Q. What is the common name of analgesic and antipyretic drug acetylsalicylic acid?

  • (A) Paracetamol
  • (B) Aspirin
  • (C) Wintergreen
  • (D) Trazodone
βœ… Correct Answer: (B) Aspirin
Explanation: Aspirin or acetylsalicylic acid is a salicylate drug, often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory medication.
While in humans much of it is attributable to diet, a substantial part is synthesized endogenously.
Explanation by: Monu Rathod
Aspirin or acetylsalicylic acid is a salicylate drug, often used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever, and as an anti-inflammatory medication.
While in humans much of it is attributable to diet, a substantial part is synthesized endogenously.

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