13.3 - Common Drug Types: Analgesics
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What is an analgesic?
💡 Hint: Think about what 'analgesic' means in relation to pain.
Name one side effect of aspirin.
💡 Hint: Consider its mechanism related to the stomach lining.
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What type of drug is aspirin considered?
💡 Hint: Think about drugs used to treat headaches and inflammation.
True or False: Paracetamol has a high risk of inducing gastrointestinal irritation.
💡 Hint: Consider the mechanism and side effects of different analgesics.
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Analyze the structural modifications from morphine to codeine and herion, explaining how they impact function.
💡 Hint: Explore the impact of chemical changes on drug properties and effects.
Assuming a patient requires analgesics post-surgery, discuss the decision-making process of prescribing morphine over codeine.
💡 Hint: Consider the patient's needs and possible side effects in-depth.
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