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What type of drug the aspirin is?

Options

  1. AAnalgesic
  2. BAntimicrobial
  3. CAnti-oxidant
  4. DAntibiotic

Correct answer

A. Analgesic

Step-by-step solution

Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is a non-narcotic analgesic. It is widely used to relieve minor aches and pains, and also has antipyretic (fever-reducing) and anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, aspirin is classified as an analgesic. Answer: Analgesic

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