Why Does Acetaminophen Not Have an Antiinflammatory Effect

question 3

Multiple Choice

Why does acetaminophen not have an antiinflammatory effect?

• A) Acetaminophen does not inhibit cyclooxygenase.
• B) It only inhibits COX-2 enzymes.
• C) Acetaminophen only inhibits cyclooxygenase within the CNS.
• D) None of the above answers apply.

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