Pharma Quiz 98



Aspirin® is the most known medication for pain relief worldwide. Its active ingredient is acetylsalicylic acid, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug of the salicylates group. On the other hand, low-dose aspirin is commonly used as an antiplatelet aggregation medication. As a pain relief medication Aspirin® is available as regular tablets, coated tablets, soluble tablets that dissolve in water, suppositories, and even mouth gel to treat sores or mouth ulcers. According to the NHS, the maximum adult dose of Aspirin® is 3600* mg daily. For example, 300 mg Aspirin® tablets should be taken 1 or 2 after a meal every 4 to 6 hours.

The correct answer is D.

*the dosage may change according to different countries and different companies.

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