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| 1st generation NSAIDS inhibit what? |
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| 2nd generation NSAIDS inhibit what? what is the generic name of the drug administered? |
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Definition
| COX-2, Celecoxib (Celebrex) |
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Term
| what is the advantage of using a second generation NSAID over a first generation? |
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| used in hopes of decreasing adverse reactions caused by the inhibition of COX-1 by only inhibiting COX-2 |
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Term
| name 4 therapeutic uses of taking NSAIDS |
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Definition
1) analgesic for mild to moderate pain(pain reducing)
2) antipyretic (fever reducing)
3) inflammation suppression
4) inhibition of platelet aggression - low dose aspirin
5) dysmenorrhea |
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| name the two types of analgesics |
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