Arylpropionic acids Flashcards
1
Q
Ibuprofen
A
more potent than aspirin but less potent than indomethacin
a-methyl group enhances it activity and reduces many side effects
Bioequivalent racemic mixture
2
Q
Naproxen
A
S (+) enantiomer
more potent than ibuprofen
used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
3
Q
Ketorolac
A
short term management