NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
PHARMACOLOGY
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Question
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Which of the following is the active ingredient in Advil®?
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Acetaminophen
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Acetylsalicylic Acid
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Ibuprofen
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Caffeine
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Ibuprofen tablets, USP contain the active ingredient Ibuprofen, which is (±)-2-(p-isobutylphenyl) propionic acid.
Detailed explanation-2: -Ibuprofen is often known by its given name, but you may also know it as Advil or Motrin. It is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Other members of this drug class include aspirin and naproxen (Aleve).
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