Pharmacology Aspirin is used in the prophylaxis of myocardial infarction because it results in: A Inhibition of thromboxane synthetase B Inhibition of cyclooxygenase C Decreased serum lipids D Coronary steal phenomenon 💡 Explanation Aspirin is used in the prophylaxis of myocardial infarction because it results in: ✓ Correct Answer: B. Inhibition of cyclooxygenase