Mefenamic acid is an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve various types of pain. It works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase and prostaglandins. Common adverse effects include GI discomfort, diarrhea, and dizziness. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse drug reactions.
Ketorolac is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic drug used for short-term management of moderate to severe acute post-operative pain. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. Common adverse effects include gastrointestinal ulcerations, bleeding, and hypertension. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse reactions.
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Mefenamic acid is an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve various types of pain. It works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase and prostaglandins. Common adverse effects include GI discomfort, diarrhea, and dizziness. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse drug reactions.
Ketorolac is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic drug used for short-term management of moderate to severe acute post-operative pain. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. Common adverse effects include gastrointestinal ulcerations, bleeding, and hypertension. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse reactions.
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Mefenamic acid is an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve various types of pain. It works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase and prostaglandins. Common adverse effects include GI discomfort, diarrhea, and dizziness. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse drug reactions.
Ketorolac is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic drug used for short-term management of moderate to severe acute post-operative pain. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. Common adverse effects include gastrointestinal ulcerations, bleeding, and hypertension. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse reactions.
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Mefenamic acid is an analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve various types of pain. It works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase and prostaglandins. Common adverse effects include GI discomfort, diarrhea, and dizziness. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse drug reactions.
Ketorolac is an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic drug used for short-term management of moderate to severe acute post-operative pain. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. Common adverse effects include gastrointestinal ulcerations, bleeding, and hypertension. Nurses should assess pain and monitor for potential adverse reactions.
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