Which of the following analgesics is not habit forming?
A
Morphine
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B
Aspirin
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C
Codeine
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D
Heroin
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Solution
The correct option is C Aspirin Heroin, Morphine and Codeine are all (potential) opiad drugs which interfere with the working of the central nervous system and hence can be habit-forming.
Aspirin is an analgesic used to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever.