Multiple choice

Immunosuppression involves an act that reduces the activation or efficacy of the immune system. Which one of the following agents is not immunosuppressive?

  1. Levamisole

  2. Corticosteroids

  3. Thalidomide

  4. Aspirin

  5. Total lymphoid irradiation

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D Correct answer
Explanation

This is an anti-inflammatory drug. Aspirin is part of a group of medications called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and has antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties but does not affect immunity. Aspirin inhibits the enzyme, cyclooxygenase.