Highly Selective COX2 inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
highly selective cox 2 inhibitors
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celecoxib
meloxican
etoricoxib
lumiracoxib
2
Q
used in RA, OA, adenomatous polyposis and in patients suffering inflammatory conditions with coexisting gastritis or peptic ulcer
A
celecoxib
meloxican
etoricoxib
lumiracoxib
3
Q
ADR: renal toxicity cardiovascular thrombotic event in rofecoxib; avoid in patients with allergy to sulfa drugs
A
celecoxib
meloxican
etoricoxib
lumiracoxib
4
Q
analgesics, antipyretic, anti inflammatory actions with no Gi irritation and no anti platelet action
A
celecoxib
meloxican
etoricoxib
lumiracoxib