Acetylsalicylic Acid (Noun)
Meaning
The acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Aspirin is the common name for acetylsalicylic acid, which is used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
- Acetylsalicylic acid is often used to treat headaches, fever, and arthritis due to its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Low doses of acetylsalicylic acid can be taken daily to help prevent heart attacks and strokes.
- Acetylsalicylic acid works by inhibiting the production of certain chemicals in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
- Patients taking acetylsalicylic acid should be monitored closely for signs of bleeding or stomach ulcers, as the medication can have serious side effects.