Pharmacology · single question
What is the mechanism of action of ibuprofen?
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Correct answer: B. Non-selective cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Ibuprofen = reversible, non-selective COX inhibitor.
- A. That is aspirin (irreversible). Ibuprofen is reversible.
- B. Correct. Ibuprofen reversibly and non-selectively inhibits COX-1 and COX-2.
- C. That is zileuton, not ibuprofen.