Mechanisms/Drug Class Flashcards
What is the mechanism of action of NSAIDs?
Inhibit cyclooxygenase, COX-1 and COX-2, decreasing the biosynthesis of downstream eicosanoids and thereby limiting the inflammatory response
aspirin
NSAID
ibuprofen
NSAID (propionic acid)
naproxen
NSAID (propionic acid)
ketoprofen
NSAID (propionic acid)
flurbiprofen
NSAID (propionic acid)
indomethacin
NSAID (acetic acid)
sulindac
NSAID (acetic acid)
etodolac
NSAID (acetic acid)
etodolac
NSAID (acetic acid)
diclofenac
NSAID (acetic acid)
keterolac
NSAID (acetic acid)
piroxicam
NSAID (oxicam)
mefenamate
NSAID (fenamates)
meclofenamate
NSAID (fenamates)
nabumetone
NSAID (ketone)
What is the mechanism of action of acetaminophen?
Weak inhibitor of peripheral cyclooxygenases; predominant effect may be inhibition of COX-3 in the CNS
What is the mechanism of action of COX-2 selective inhibitors?
Selective inhibition of COX-2