Newsletter Mechanism of Action of All Drugs This is a pretty comprehensive article that explains the mechanism of action of all commonly prescribed medications.   1. Analgesics Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) Mechanism of Action Weak inhibitor of the synthesis of prostaglandins, Paracetamol also decreases prostaglandin concentrations in vivo. Aspirin Mechanism of Action Aspirin causes reduction of inflammation, analgesia, the prevention of clotting, and antipyretic. Much […]