Question

Which statement about aspirin is NOT true?

• A. It is effective in relieving pain
• B. Aspirin belongs to narcotic analgesics
• C. It reduces body temperature
• D. It has antibleeding clotting action

Hint:

Aspirin is a non-narcotic analgesic and is used for pain relief and reducing fever, but it does not have the addictive properties of narcotic analgesics.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the properties of aspirin.
Aspirin is an analgesic and antipyretic, meaning it relieves pain and reduces fever. It is not a narcotic analgesic, as it does not contain narcotic properties.

Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) It is effective in relieving pain: True — Aspirin is commonly used to relieve pain.
(B) Aspirin belongs to narcotic analgesics: Incorrect — Aspirin is a non-narcotic analgesic.
(C) It reduces body temperature: True — Aspirin is antipyretic and reduces fever.
(D) It has antibleeding clotting action: True — Aspirin inhibits blood clotting, which has a blood-thinning effect.

Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is (B) Aspirin belongs to narcotic analgesics, which is false.