What are the commonly used antipyretic and analgesic drugs?

Nov 28, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, commonly used antipyretic and analgesic drugs include salicylates, anilines, propionic acid derivatives, pyrazolones, indole derivatives, and others. It is recommended to select appropriate medications based on specific medical conditions and under a physician's guidance, while also paying attention to potential side effects and contraindications. Additionally, follow medical prescriptions and medication instructions provided in the drug information to ensure safe and effective medication use.

Commonly used antipyretic and analgesic drugs typically include salicylates, anilines, propionic acid derivatives, pyrazolones, and indole derivatives. If experiencing any discomfort, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Salicylates

Salicylates are primarily used to treat symptoms such as fever from the common cold, headache, toothache, and joint pain. Additionally, these medications possess anti-inflammatory and anti-rheumatic properties and can be used in the treatment of conditions like acute rheumatic fever. Commonly used salicylates include enteric-coated aspirin tablets, sodium aminosalicylate tablets, and diclofenac sodium sustained-release capsules.

2. Anilines

Aniline derivatives are primarily used to treat symptoms such as fever and pain, and they do not affect the coagulation mechanism. Commonly used aniline drugs include paracetamol tablets, indomethacin capsules, and sulindac tablets.

3. Propionic Acid Derivatives

Propionic acid derivatives have analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic effects, with relatively mild gastrointestinal adverse reactions. These drugs can be used to treat diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and acute tendonitis, and can also help relieve symptoms such as dysmenorrhea and fever caused by the common cold. Commonly used propionic acid drugs include ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, fenoprofen calcium tablets, and naproxen capsules.

4. Pyrazolones

Pyrazolones are primarily used to treat symptoms of fever and pain. Long-term use may induce adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal discomfort, liver and kidney function damage, and allergic reactions. Commonly used pyrazolone drugs include aminopyrine and caffeine tablets, phenylbutazone tablets, and metamizole sodium tablets.

5. Indole Derivatives

The anti-inflammatory effects of indole derivatives are primarily manifested through analgesia, fever reduction, and reduction of swelling. These medications can alleviate pain and discomfort caused by inflammation and can also lower body temperature. Indobufen can reduce edema and swelling in inflamed tissues, improve tissue blood circulation, and promote the repair of inflamed tissues. Common examples include sulindac tablets, enteric-coated indomethacin tablets, and acemetacin sustained-release capsules.

It is recommended that when using these medications, appropriate drugs should be selected according to the specific medical condition and under the guidance of a physician, while also paying attention to the potential side effects and contraindications of the medications.