Practicing Success

Target Exam

NEET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Chemistry in Everyday Life

Question:

Which of the following analgesics have antipyretic properties?

Options:

Aspirin

Heroin

Codeine

Marijuana

Correct Answer:

Aspirin

Explanation:

Aspirin is 2-acetoxybenzoic acid, is a non-narcotic drug that blocks the production of prostaglandins and relive pain and inflammation. It also has the effect of lowering the body temperature during fever (antipyretic) and preventing platelet coagulation.