Less gastrointestinal bleed is seen in the following NSAID_______________?

Correct answer: C. C0X2 specific inhibitors

  • A. Meloxicam
  • B. Naproxen
  • C. C0X2 specific inhibitors
  • D. Ibuprofen

Explanation

Selective COX-2 inhibitors cause less gastrointestinal bleeding because they spare COX-1-mediated gastric mucosal protection and platelet function. Their trade-off is a greater risk of cardiovascular thrombotic events.

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