Q10 / 150 · MHT CET 2026 (11 April Shift 1) · Chemistry

What type of drug the aspirin is?

Correct answer
A
Analgesic
B
Antimicrobial
C
Anti-oxidant
D
Antibiotic

Solution

Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is a non-narcotic analgesic. It is widely used to relieve minor aches and pains, and also has antipyretic (fever-reducing) and anti-inflammatory properties.

Therefore, aspirin is classified as an analgesic.

Answer: Analgesic

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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