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Standard XII
Chemistry
Analgesics
2 -acetoxy b...
Question
2
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acetoxy benzoic acid is used as an:
A
antimalarial
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B
antidepressant
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C
antiseptic
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D
antipyretic
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Solution
The correct option is
B
antipyretic
Antipyretic drugs are drug used to prevent or reduce fever.
Aspirin
, also known as
acetylsalicylic
acid (ASA) or 2-acetoxy benzoic acid, is a medication, often used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation.
Hence, option D is correct.
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