Question
Chemistry Question on Chemistry in Everyday Life
Aspirin is:
A
antipyretic
B
tranquilizer
C
narcotic
D
Anaesthetic
Answer
antipyretic
Explanation
Solution
Aspirin is used as antipyretic as well as analgesic. It is a type of medication that helps in reducing fever and alleviating symptoms of body temperature. Aspirin works by inhibiting the production of the prostaglandins that help in the mediation of inflammation, pain and fever. It helps in the reduction of discomfort that is associated with fever. It has side effects and can cause Reye’s syndrome in children.