Analgesic Flashcards
What are Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen
How does Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) work?
These drugs work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, which are chemicals that cause inflammation and pain.
Define Acetaminophen
This drug works by blocking the production of prostaglandins in the brain, but not in the rest of the body. It is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain and fever.
What are Opioids medicines?
Morphine, Codeine, and Fentanyl.
Name Local anesthetics drugs.
Lidocaine and Bupivacaine.
What is adjuvant analgesics?
These drugs are not primarily used for pain relief, but they can enhance the effects of other analgesics. Examples of adjuvant analgesics include antidepressants, anticonvulsants, and corticosteroids.
What is difference between NSAIDS and Acetaminophen?
NSAIDs such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen are anti-inflammatory medications that block the production of certain chemicals in the body that cause inflammation and pain.
Acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) is a pain reliever that works by reducing fever and blocking pain signals in the brain. It does not have anti-inflammatory properties like NSAIDs, but it is generally considered safer for the stomach and has a lower risk of causing ulcers and bleeding.
How does OPIOIDS drugs work?
They work by binding to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord, reducing the perception of pain.
What is Natural opioids?
These are opioids that are derived from the opium poppy plant, such as morphine, codeine, and thebaine.
What is Semi-synthetic opioids?
These are opioids that are synthesized from natural opioids, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, and hydromorphone.
What is Synthetic opioids?
These are opioids that are completely synthesized in the laboratory, such as fentanyl, methadone, and tramadol.
What is Full agonist opioids?
These are opioids that bind to opioid receptors and produce a full analgesic effect, such as morphine, oxycodone, and fentanyl.
Name Full agonist opioids drugs?
Morphine, Oxycodone, and Fentanyl.
Name partial agonist opioids drugs?
Buprenorphine and Butorphanol.
What are Opioid antagonists drugs?
Naloxone and Naltrexone.
What are common side effects of opioids drugs?
Respiratory depression, Sedation, Addiction
What are different types of NSAIDS drug?
Salicylates, Propionic acid derivatives, Acetic acid derivatives, Selective COX-2 inhibitors
What are common side effects of NSAIDS?
Gastrointestinal bleeding, kidney damage, and an increased risk of heart attack and stroke.
What are Selective COX-2 inhibitors drugs?
Celecoxib, Etoricoxib, Rofecoxib
Which conditions Selective COX-2 inhibitors drugs used for?
Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, and Acute pain
Name acetic acid derivatives NSAIDS drugs?
Indomethacin and Ketorolac
What are different types of NSAIDS?
Salicylates, Propionic acid derivatives, Acetic acid derivatives, Selective COX-2 inhibitors
What is antipyretic mean?
Fever reducer
Salicylates use for?
Pain, Fever, Arthritis, and Menstrual cramps.