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Acetylsalicylic acid

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Acetylsalicylic acid, also commonly known as aspirin, is a white, crystalline powder with the chemical formula C9H8O4. It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to reduce pain, fever, and inflammation. It is one of the most widely used medications globally and is included on the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medicines.

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Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is a potent, irreversible inhibitor of platelet aggregation but loses its action after first-pass deacetylation to salicylic acid ( SA). Acetylsalicylic acid was launched into the pharmacy industry more than 100 years ago. While initially conceived as an analgesic, doctors soon discovered that it had many other medicinal benefits.

Uses of Acetylsalicylic acid-(C9H8O4)

  • Acetylsalicylic acid acts as an inhibitor of cyclooxygenase.
  • It is used to prevent venous and arterial thrombosis.
  • It is used in the treatment of different types of headaches.
  • It is used as an anti-inflammatory agent for long-term as well as acute inflammation.
  • It is thought to reduce the overall risk of getting cancer, and dying from cancer.
  • Aspirin is an important part of the treatment of those who have had a heart attack.
  • It is a first-line treatment for the fever and joint pain symptoms of acute rheumatic fever.

Additional information

Weight N/A
CAS number

50-78-2
Chemical formula

C₉H₈O₄
Molar mass

180.159 g/mol
Physical state

Powder
Odor

Odorless, but may acquire a vinegar-like smell in moist conditions
Melting point

136°C
Boiling point

140°C
Density

1.40 g/cm³
Solubility in water

Slightly soluble in water, more soluble in alcohol
Flash point:

250 °C
Autoignition temperature

NA
Vapor pressure

NA
UN number

NA
Flammability

NA
Carcinogenicity

NA

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