Simple English explanation with example
- Reduces pain and fever
- Works in the brain to lower temperature
- Does not reduce inflammation much
- Used for headaches and mild pain
- Example: helps relieve headache quickly
Scientific explanation
- Inhibits central prostaglandin synthesis
- Acts on COX enzymes in CNS
- Minimal peripheral anti-inflammatory action
- Reduces hypothalamic set point
- Analgesic and antipyretic effects