NSAIDS Flashcards

1
Q

selective COX2 inhibitor
doesn’t block COX 1–particularly in stomach
AE: suppresses prostacyclin, increasing risk for thrombosis

A

Celecoxib

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2
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blocks COX in the CNS but not the periphery
NOT antiinflammatory
good anti-pyretic and analgesic

A

Acetominophen (Tylenol)

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3
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Irreversible inhibitor of COX
eliminates platelet production of thromboxane A2 for life of cell bc no nucleus to produce more
used to eliminate thrombosis (especially in MI)

A

Acetylsalycylic acid (Aspirin)

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4
Q

non selective, reversible COX inhibitors

A
Ibuprofen
Naproxen (Aleve)- longer acting
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