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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