A 46-year-old patient suffering from ulcer disease of the stomach is diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. What antiinflammatory drug would be the most advisable in this case?

Question

Answer options

Paracetamol
Promedol (Trimeperidine)
Analgin (Metamizole)
Celecoxib
Prednisolone

Correct answer

Celecoxib

Explanation

A highly selective reversible inhibitor of the COX-2 isoform of cyclooxygenase, celecoxib inhibits the transformation of arachidonic acid to prostaglandin precursors. Therefore, it has antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties.

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