Which of the following medications should not be given to a patient who has asthma and nasal polyps?
a. aspirin
b. naproxen
c. ibuprofen
d. all of the above
d. Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs [e.g., naproxen (Aleve), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin)] may be contraindicated in patients with asthma and nasal polyps since these drugs can precipitate or exacerbate an aspirin-induced bronchospasm that can be life threatening.
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