term1 Definition1term2 Definition2term3 Definition3
Please sign in to your Google account to access your documents:
How do NSAIDs work?
NSAIDs inhibit prostaglandin cyclooxygenase and thus inhibit production of prostaglandins
What are two "good" functions of prostaglandins?
secretion of mucus in the stomach and renal vasodilation
Cyclooxugenase 1 (COX-1) stimulates what?
the production of mucous lining of the stomach
Cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2) stimulates what?
inflammatory response
Aspirin = ________________ ___________ = __ __ __
Acetylsalicylic Aci, ASA
___________ is the oldest NSAID and is not effective for treatment of dysmenorhhea.
Aspirin
Because Aspirin is an effective inhibitor of _____________________ ___, it is used for reducing risk of MI's due to its ability to inhibit platelet aggregation
thromboxane A2
What is a unique adverse effect of Aspirin?
increased risk of Reye's syndrome in children
What are two trade names for ibuprofen?
Advil, Motrin
What is the advantage of naproxen (Aleve) over other NSAIDs?
once a day formula
Need help typing ? See our FAQ (opens in new window)
Please sign in to create this set. We'll bring you back here when you are done.
Discard Changes Sign in
Please sign in to add to folders.
Sign in
Don't have an account? Sign Up »
You have created 2 folders. Please upgrade to Cram Premium to create hundreds of folders!