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Acetaminophen Mechanism of action

Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is generally considered to be a weak inhibitor of the synthesis of prostaglandins (PGs). However, the in vivo effects of paracetamol are similar…

Pain Relief Drug List and Pain Medication List

Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers include: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including ibuprofen(Motrin, Advil) or naproxen(Aleve, Naprosyn) Both acetaminophen and NSAIDs reduce fever and relieve pain caused…

How COX-2 Inhibitors Work ?

What is Cox-2 Inhibitors ?

COX-2 selective inhibitor is a form of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that directly targets COX-2, an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain. Targeting selectivity for…

Ibuprofen ( Advil ) History

Ibuprofen was initially introduced as a prescription NSAID used for such conditions as rheumatoid arthritis, in 1969 in the UK and 1974 in the US. …