NSAID lacking anti-inflammatory action is:: (A) Paracetamol, (B) Ibuprofen, (C) Diclofenac sodium, (D) Celecoxib
Answer is A. Paracetamol or acetaminophen has antipyretic and analgesic activities but it lacks anti-inflammatory action. It is presumed to become inactive by peroxides generated at the site of inflammation. Some theories suggest that PCM acts on COX-3 receptors.