Which of the following drug is used to counter act the gastric irritation produced by administration of NSAID_______________?
Correct answer: D. Misoprostol
- A. Roxatidine
- B. Pirenzipine
- C. Betaxolol
- D. Misoprostol
Explanation
Misoprostol is a prostaglandin E1 analogue that reduces gastric acid secretion and strengthens mucosal defence, helping prevent NSAID-induced ulcers and irritation. The other options are not standard protective agents for NSAID gastric toxicity.
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