13th July 2026

Mrs Garcia, a 65-year-old patient with decompensated liver disease and ascites, requires analgesia for chronic back pain.

Mrs Garcia, a 65-year-old patient with decompensated liver disease and ascites, requires analgesia for chronic back pain. The healthcare team is assessing the suitability of various analgesics. Considering her medical history, which analgesic should be avoided due to the potential risk of worsening ascites?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.