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Q.

Which one of the following types of drugs reduces fever?

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a

Antibiotic

b

Tranquiliser

c

 Analgesic

d

Antipyretic

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Antipyretics (anti-against, pyreticus- pertaining to fever), are substances that reduce fever. Antipyretics cause the hypothalamus to override an interleukin- induced increase in temperature. The body then works to lower the temperature, resulting in a reduction in fever. 
Aspirin, paracetamol, analgin etc. are some examples of common antipyretics.Antipyretic is used to reduce fever.

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