How does an NSAID reduce pain?
A) It interacts directly with the pain receptors and deadens their response.
B) It damages inflammatory prostaglandins.
C) It inhibits the formation of inflammatory prostaglandins by inhibiting cyclooxygenase.
D) It fights infection and kills bacteria in the injury.
E) It reduces fever.

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NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) reduce pain primarily by inhibiting the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), which is involved in the formation of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are compounds that play a key role in inflammation and pain. By inhibiting COX, NSAIDs decrease the production of these inflammatory prostaglandins, thereby reducing pain and inflammation.

How Does an NSAID Reduce Pain