Question

Which of the following is an Analgesic?

• A. Novalgin
• B. Penicillin
• C. Streptomycin
• D. Chloromycetin

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Novalgin

The correct option is A.

Explanation for Correct option:

1. Painkillers, or a class of medications used to relieve pain, are referred to as analgesics.
2. Novalgin is a non-narcotic analgesic that comprises the sodium salt of metamizole.

Explanation for Incorrect options:

Option B:

Penicillin is an antimicrobial that is used to treat rheumatic fever.

Option C:

Streptomycin is a kind of antibiotic.

Option D:

Chloromycetin is a kind of antibiotic.

Final answer: Novalgin Is an analgesic.