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
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aspirin::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | acetylsalicylic acid, bayer, empirin, st. joseph |
| Type of | salicylate, analgesic, anodyne, pain pill, painkiller |
| Has types | bufferin, enteric-coated aspirin, headache powder, aspirin powder, buffered aspirin |
Examples of aspirin
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In 1988, aspirin was approved in low doses to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
From the suntimes.com
Of course, no one should start taking aspirin daily without medical supervision.
From the stltoday.com
One of the sponsors and collaborators of the study is Bayer, a maker of aspirin.
From the post-gazette.com
Shop, shop, shop For some people, the $9 aspirin at the hospital causes outrage.
From the orlandosentinel.com
They can tough it out on aspirin and ice wraps, but that only works for so long.
From the foxbusiness.com
What is the best dose of aspirin to give to someone who has had a heart attack ?
From the cnn.com
To treat dandruff, crush two aspirin tablets and add them to your usual shampoo.
From the stltoday.com
The patient needs an aspirin, oxygen, and nitroglycerine medication immediately.
From the businessweek.com
Only one-quarter of diabetics who should be taking aspirin do so, a study finds.
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- 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
- An analgesic drug, acetylsalicylic acid; A tablet containing this substance
- Aspirin is an antithrombotic agent that delays the clotting (thrombosis) of blood. Antithrombotics are given when a blood vessel is obstructed by a clot to prevent formation of new clots or the enlarging of existing clots. ...
- A drug that reduces pain, fever, inflammation, and blood clotting. Aspirin belongs to the family of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. It is also being studied in cancer prevention.
- A compound that is part of a group of drugs called salicylates. Aspirin is widely used for relieving pain and reducing fever in adults. It also relieves mild itching and reduces swelling and inflammation. ...
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- A non-prescription drug commonly used to alleviate pain and inflammation, lower fever and reduce the risk of blood clotting in arteries.
- An over-the-counter medication that relives pain and reduces inflammation and/or fever.
- Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA); a widely used analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory agent. Low-dose long-term aspirin irreversibly blocks the formation of thromboxane A2 in platelets, producing an inhibitory effect on platelet aggregation, and this blood-thinning property makes it useful for ...
