_____30. This traditional NSAID may also be used for moderate to severe pain and

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_____30. This traditional NSAID may also be used for moderate to severe pain and as an alternative for opioid therapy

a. ketorolac

b mefenamic acid

c. indomethacin

d. naproxen

_____31. This traditional NSAID has no clear advantage over other NSAIDs and frequently causes GIT symptoms

a. ketorolac

b. mefenamic acid

c. indomethacin

d. naproxen

_____32. This drug is COX 2 selective.

a. ketorolac

b. mefenamic acid

c. indomethacin

d. celecoxib

_____33. This drug is a cardio protective agent and used as a maintenance drug.

a. mefenamic acid

b. paracetamol

c. aspirin

d. celecoxib

_____34. All of the following are true regarding the extent of absorption except:

a. site of administration

b. potency

c. clinical effectiveness

d. bioavailability

30. a) ketorolac is the most potent NSAID and the best alternative to opioid therapy. It can be used in treatment of post -operative pain

31. b) mefenamic acid is the right answer. It frequently causes GIT symptoms like gastritis, nausea and loose stools.

32. d) is the right answer as Celecoxib is a selective COX 2 inhibitor.

33. c) aspirin is cardioprotective in nature and used as a blood thinning agent.

34. b) potency is a measure of the effectiveness of the drug.

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