Question

Aspirin is an –
A) Antibiotic
B) Antipyretic
C) Antiseptic
D) None of the above

Answer 1

Hint: Aspirin is a common drug used to prevent or reduce fever, pains and minor aches. People use it as anti-inflammatory. They can buy it without any prescription for everyday uses including cure headaches, reducing swelling, fever and managing various conditions.

Complete answer:
Aspirin is a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It contains salicylate, a compound found in plants such as the willow tree.
Aspirin can relieve many health issues, such as:-
>headaches
>a cold or flu
>sprains and strains
>menstrual cramps
>long-term conditions, such as arthritis and migraine
>Antipyretic is a drug that is used to prevent or reduce body temperature in fever.
There are 3 classes of antipyretic medications that are sold without prescription:-
>Salicylates - aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid)
>Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
>Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) - ibuprofen (Advil)

Additional information:
Option A is wrong because antibiotic is a substance active against bacteria. They either kill or slow down their growth.
Option C is wrong because antiseptic (or skin disinfectant) is a chemical for cleaning the skin and wounds.
Therefore, Aspirin is an antipyretic. It is not an antibiotic as it doesn't kill any micro-organisms, like bacteria neither is it an antiseptic.

Thus the correct answer is option “B”. i.e., Antipyretic.

Note: Aspirin given shortly after a heart attack decreases the risk of death. Aspirin is also used long-term to help prevent further heart attacks, strokes and blood clots in people at high risk. It decreases the risk of many types of cancer.