Drugs exhibiting first pass metabolism are all EXCEPT one______________?

Correct answer: D. Salicylates

  • A. Morphine
  • B. Nitroglycerine
  • C. Propranolol
  • D. Salicylates

Explanation

Morphine, nitroglycerin and propranolol undergo substantial first-pass metabolism, which reduces their oral bioavailability. Salicylates are not classically listed among drugs with marked first-pass metabolism in this context.

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