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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