Analgesic drugs :
Correct answer: B. Relieve pain
- A. Form tissues
- B. Relieve pain
- C. Relieve fatigue
- D. Cause pain
Explanation
An analgesic is a substance that reduces pain without causing unconsciousness, either by lowering the pain threshold or by increasing pain tolerance. There are several categories of analgesic drugs, including morphine and its derivatives, which produce analgesia by acting on the central nervous system; nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g., aspirin); and local anesthetics.
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