The Group of Medications Not Normally Used or Prescribed for Pain

Question

The group of medications not normally used or prescribed for pain are called:
A) Opioids.
B) Nonopioids.
C) Adjuvant analgesics.
D) Analgesics.

Accepted Answer

Adjuvant analgesics are medications not traditionally used for pain relief but can enhance pain relief when used in combination with other pain medications. Opioids and nonopioids are both commonly used for pain relief, while analgesics is a broader term that encompasses all medications used for pain relief.