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Match the following drugs with their correct classification: Paracetamol --- Antipyretic Seldane (terfenadine) --- Antihistamine Aspartame --- Artificial sweetening agent Which of the following statements about the above matching is true?

1. All three matchings are correct
2. Only Paracetamol and Aspartame matchings are correct; Seldane is an analgesic
3. Only Seldane and Aspartame matchings are correct; Paracetamol is an antibiotic
4. None of the matchings are correct

Correct answer: All three matchings are correct

Solution

Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is a well-known antipyretic and analgesic. Seldane (terfenadine) is a second-generation antihistamine used for allergies. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener made from aspartic acid and phenylalanine methyl ester. All three matchings given in the question stem are correct.

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