Question

Which one of the following is a non-narcotic analgesics?

• A. Morphine
• B. Codcine
• C. Paracetamol
• D. Heroin
• E. Bithional

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Paracetamol is a non-narcotic analgesic, commonly used for pain relief and fever reduction. It does not have the addictive properties associated with narcotic analgesics like morphine, codeine, or heroin. Morphine and codeine are opiates, while heroin is a stronger narcotic with addictive potential. Thus, Paracetamol is the correct non-narcotic analgesic.

The correct option is (C) : Paracetamol

Answer 2

Let's define the terms:

• Narcotic analgesics: These are opioid analgesics that relieve pain but can also cause drowsiness, altered mental state, and addiction (e.g., morphine, codeine, heroin).
• Non-narcotic analgesics: These are non-opioid analgesics that relieve pain and reduce fever but are not typically addictive (e.g., paracetamol, aspirin).

Now, let's analyze the given options:

• Morphine: A narcotic analgesic.
• Codeine: A narcotic analgesic.
• Paracetamol: A non-narcotic analgesic (also known as acetaminophen).
• Heroin: A narcotic analgesic.
• Bithionol: An antiseptic (not an analgesic).

Therefore, the non-narcotic analgesic among the options is paracetamol.

Therefore, the answer is Paracetamol.