Question

Aspirin is used as _______

• A. Antacid
• B. Analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory drug
• C. Antifungal
• D. Antidiabetic

Hint:

Aspirin is an NSAID with analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, and antiplatelet actions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Step 1: Analgesic action means pain relief.

Step 2: Antipyretic action means reduction of fever.

Step 3: Anti-inflammatory action means reduction of inflammation.

Step 4: Aspirin inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes and reduces prostaglandin synthesis.

Step 5: Therefore, aspirin is used as an analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory drug. \[ \boxed{\text{Analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory drug}} \]