Pharmacology — Key differences for NEET MDS
Ibuprofen = most commonly prescribed NSAID in dentistry. Ketorolac = most potent NSAID for acute pain. COX-2 selective = Celecoxib Etoricoxib = less GI side effects. Diclofenac = most prescribed NSAID worldwide. Paracetamol = safest in pregnancy = not anti-inflammatory. Tramadol = synthetic opioid = dual mechanism. Aspirin = irreversible COX inhibitor = antiplatelet 7-10 days.
📖 Read full notes →Triamcinolone acetonide = most used topical oral steroid. Nystatin = topical antifungal of choice for oral candidiasis. Fluconazole = systemic antifungal of choice. Oral candidiasis with steroid inhaler = rinse mouth after use prevention. Clotrimazole troche = topical alternative. Amphotericin B = severe systemic fungal infections = nephrotoxic.
📖 Read full notes →NEET MDS frequently tests the ability to differentiate between related topics. Understanding the key differences between NSAIDs & Opioids and Corticosteroids & Antifungals in Pharmacology is crucial for scoring well. Questions may test diagnostic features, treatment approaches, or characteristic findings.