Explain non-narcotic and narcotic analgesics with an example of each.
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Following is the difference between narcotic and non-narcotic analgesic
Examples of narcotic analgeiscs - morphine , codeine
non-narcotic analgesics - Acetaminophen, aspirin
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Following is the difference between narcotic and non-narcotic analgesic
Narcotic analgesics | Non-narcotic analgesics |
These are derieved from opium and related products | These are the pain relievers not derieved from opoium |
Theses lead to habit formation or addiction | These do not cause any depenedence |
These act on Central nervous system | These act on peripheral nervous system |
Examples of narcotic analgeiscs - morphine , codeine
non-narcotic analgesics - Acetaminophen, aspirin
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