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Aspirin

Used for

acetylsalicylate

Broader Terms

antipyretic, antirheumatic agent, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory agent, salicylate

Facts

  • Aspirin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) effective in treating fever, pain, and inflammation in the body.
  • Aspirin is also very good at bringing down temperatures in people who have an elevated temperature (fever).
  • Today, aspirin is actually prescribed under its various generic and name brands for its heart-healthy effects.
  • Because there appears to be a connection between aspirin and Reye's syndrome, aspirin is no longer used to control flu-like symptoms in minors.
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