Analgesics - NSAIDs Flashcards
1
Q
What does NSAID stand for?
A
Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs
2
Q
What are two effects of this class?
A
- Antiinflammatory
- Analgesia
3
Q
What is stronger, opioids or NSAIDs?
A
Opioids
4
Q
List two common NSAIDs for the horse.
A
- Phenylbutazone “Bute”
- Flunixin meglumide (Banamine)
5
Q
What is the most common NSAID for the dog?
A
- Carprofen (Rimadyl)
6
Q
What is the only NSAID labeled for the cat?
A
- Meloxicam (Metacam)
7
Q
What is an NSAID that can be used one time for at home emergencies?
A
- Ibuprofen