Which statement about aspirin is $\underline{\text { NOT }}$ ture
Which statement about aspirin is $\underline{\text { NOT }}$ ture
It is effective in relieving pain
Aspirin belongs to narcotic analgesics
It reduces body temperature
It has antiblood clotting action
Solution
Aspirin, salicylates, and many over the counter pain relievers belong to a group of drugs called the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (or NSAIDs for short). Three of the main types of NSAIDs that arthritis patient often use are acetaminophen, ibuprofen, and analgesic (pain-relieving) rubs. Aspirin does not belong to narcotic analgesics.