NSAID: Acetylsalicylic Acid Flashcards

1
Q

What is the brand name for Acetylsalicylic Acid?

A

Aspirin

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2
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Is Acetylsalicylic Acid a human drug or an animal drug?

A

human

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3
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How does Acetylsalicylic Acid effect the body?

A

Decrease platelet aggregation by decreasing thromboxane production

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4
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How is Acetylsalicylic Acid metabolized?

A

in the liver by binding it with glucuronic acid for elimination

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5
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How does Acetylsalicylic Acid compare to other NSAIDs?

A

safer than most older NSAIDs

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