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Which can be used analgesic well as anti...

Which can be used analgesic well as antipyretic ?

A

Aspirin

B

penicillin

C

alitame

D

codeine

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To determine which drug can be used as both an analgesic and an antipyretic, we will analyze the options provided. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Definitions**: - **Analgesics** are drugs that relieve pain. - **Antipyretics** are drugs that reduce fever. 2. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Option 1: Aspirin** - Aspirin is known to reduce pain (analgesic) and lower fever (antipyretic). Therefore, it qualifies as both. - **Option 2: Penicillin** - Penicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It does not have analgesic or antipyretic properties. - **Option 3: LATM** - LATM is not a drug; it is an artificial sweetener and does not possess analgesic or antipyretic properties. - **Option 4: Codeine** - Codeine is an opiate used primarily for pain relief (analgesic) but does not have antipyretic properties. 3. **Conclusion**: - After analyzing all options, the only drug that serves as both an analgesic and an antipyretic is **Aspirin**. ### Final Answer: The drug that can be used as both an analgesic and an antipyretic is **Aspirin**. ---
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