Also known as _Aspirin_, acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) is a commonly used drug for the treatment of pain and fever due to various causes. Acetylsalicylic acid has both anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effects. This drug also inhibits platelet aggregation and is used in the prevention of blood clots stroke, and myocardial infarction (MI) [FDA label]. Interestingly, the results of various studies have demonstrated that long-term use of acetylsalicylic acid may decrease the risk of various cancers, including colorectal, esophageal, breast, lung, prostate, liver and skin cancer [A177325]. Aspirin is classified as a _non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor_ [A32682, A177268] and is available in many doses and forms, including chewable tablets, suppositories, extended release formulations, and others [L5968]. Acetylsalicylic acid is a very common cause of accidental poisoning in young children. It should be kept out of reach from young children, toddlers, and infants [FDA label].
Synonyms
Aspirina
Azetylsalizylsäure
acetyl-salicylic acid
2-Acetoxybenzenecarboxylic acid
Aspirin
O-acetylsalicylic acid
o-carboxyphenyl acetate
Acetylsalicylsäure
Salicylic acid acetate
ácido acetilsalicílico
ASA
Acidum acetylsalicylicum
o-acetoxybenzoic acid
Acetylsalicylic acid
2-Acetoxybenzoic acid
acetyl salicylic acid
Lysine acetylsalicylate
Polopiryna
acide 2-(acétyloxy)benzoïque
Acetylsalicylate
Acide acétylsalicylique
Brand Names
Asa Acetylsalicylic Acid
Goodys
Instantine Tab
Care One Aspirin
DG Health migraine relief
Exact Coated Daily Low-dose Asa
Up and Up Aspirin
Bromo Seltzer
Asprin
Asa Ect 325mg
Medi First Pain Relief
Aspirin Delayed Release
Chewable Aspirin Adult low dose
Low Strength Chewable Aspirin
Pain Away Plus
Midol Regular
Handy Solutions GENUINE ASPIRIN BAYER
A.S.A. 80mg Acetylsalicylic Acid Tablets
Kirkland Signature Migraine Relief
4224 First Aid Kit
Coachs First Aid Contains 102 Pieces
Conney Aspirin
Deluxe Dental Emergency Kit
Excedrin Migraine
Rivasa 81 Mg EC
BUTALBITAL, ASPIRIN, CAFFEINE and CODEINE PHOSPHATE
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Sparkling Original PowerFast Fizz
Butalbital, aspirin, and caffeine
K-Mart SmartSense First Aid Contains 303 Pieces
Pain Free Plus
Pronal - C1/2 Capsules
Alka Seltzer
Aspirin Coated for Delayed Release Regular Strength
GOODYS Extra Strength Headache Mixed Fruit Blast
Aspirin
Extra Strength Muscle & Back Pain Asa 500 Mg Methocarbamol 400 Mg & Acetylsalicylic Acid 500 mg
Butalbital, Aspirin, Caffeine and Codeine Phosphate
Alka Seltzer Original
Aspirin Backache
Aspirin Adult Low Strength
217
Equagesic Tablets
Medique Products Aspirin
Unishield Pain Ache
Migraine Relief
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine Sparkling Original
Extra Strength Aspirin Backache
Uncoated Aspirin
Antidol Tablets
4032 First Aid Kit
ARC FIRST AID Emergency Preparedness Contains 167 PIECES
Vanquish Digital Headache
Basic Dental Emergency Kit
PMS-pharnal Capsules
Asa Ect 600mg
Pain Stoppers Extra
Asa-650 Comprimes Retard
Alka-Seltzer Original
Bayer Advanced Aspirin Extra Strength
Dr Pausins Aspirin
St. Joseph Chewable Aspirin
Aspirin 81 mg Enteric Coated
Acetylsalicylic Acid Coated
A.S.A. With Methocarbamol Night-time Extra Strength
Aspirin Extra Strength Plus
Fiorinal Tab
Pain Stoppers EX
Enteric coated aspirin
Asadol 325mg
Asa Chewable Tablets
Coated Daily Low Dose Asa 81 mg
TopCare Aspirin
Aspirin Enteric
Butalbital, Aspirin, and Caffeine
Good Neighbor Pharmacy Headache Relief
Alka-Seltzer Plus Multi-Symptom Cold Day and Night
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold Formula (Orange Zest)
Aspirin Coated for Delayed Release Extra Strength
DG Health Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief
C2 Buffered Tab
7 Select Migraine Formula
Drug Mart Effervescent Pain Relief
Nra-asa 80 Mg Croquable
Euro-asa EC
Foster and Thrive Migraine Relief
Rivasa Fc
Aspirin 81 mg Low Dose
Leader Headache Formula Added Strength
Chewable Low Dose Aspirin
7 Select Aspirin
Painex Tab 0.25gr
4313 First Aid Kit
Aspirin Regular Strength
Alka-Seltzer
4305 First Aid Kit
Extra Pain Relief
Trianal Capsules
Pain Terminator 2 Severe
Seedalmerk
Anacin AF
Fairfield Health Products Extra Strength
4213 First Aid Kit
Muscle and Back Pain Relief Extra Strength
Value PharmaPain Reliever Extra Strength
Easy Care First Aid Kit - Comprehensive
Aspirin Low Dose
Headache Relief Added Strength
Leader Aspirin
Pal-pravastatin-asa
Alka-seltzer Flavoured - Evt
Asa 80
dihydrocodeine bitartrate and aspirin and caffeine DC
Moore Medical Aspirin
Methoxisal
Taro-dipyridamole/ Asa
Alka-Seltzer Plus Multi-Symptom Cold Night
A.S.A. Tablets 5gr BP
Extra Strenght Headache Relief
4196 First Aid Kit
Aspirin-dipyridamole
Ascomp with Codeine
Low Dose Aspirin
Aspirin and Omeprazole Delayed-release Tab
Family Wellness Migraine
Excedrin PM Triple Action Caplets and Excedrin Tension Headache
Enteric Coated A.S.A.
Publix Super Markets Inc
Alka-Seltzer Extra Strength
Enteric coated aspirin Regular strength
Extra Strength Headach Relief
Norgesic
Sunmark aspirin adult low strength
Harris Teeter Migraine Relief
Anacin Tablet
Extra Strength Headache, Caseys 4good
4376 First Aid Kit
Walgreens Antacid Pain Relief Extra Strength
Dg Health Migraine Relief
BioElectro Extra Strength Daytime Pain Relief
Uricalm Intensive
Enteric Aspirin
Robaxisal C-1/8 Tablets
Ac&c Tablets
Biovanta Trip Action Green Apple and Honey
Clopidogrel/acetylsalicylic Acid Zentiva
PMS-asa EC
Zee Pain Aid
Bayer Back and Body Extra Strength
4244 First Aid Kit
Bayer Headache Relief
Headache Relief
Sns-asa EC
Geritrex Aspirin
Aspirin Chewable Tablets - 325mg
GenCare Headache Relief
Asa Extra Strength Tab 500mg
Anacin Extra Strength
Aspirin Plus Stomach Guard Extra Strength
Smart Sense Migraine Formula
Aspirin Regimen
Indication
**Pain, fever, and inflammation** Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), in the regular tablet form (immediate-release), is indicated to relieve pain, fever, and inflammation associated with many conditions, including the flu, the common cold, neck and back pain, dysmenorrhea, headache, tooth pain, sprains, fractures, myositis, neuralgia, synovitis, arthritis, bursitis, burns, and various injuries. It is also used for symptomatic pain relief after surgical and dental procedures [FDA label]. The _extra strength_ formulation of acetylsalicylic acid is also indicated for the management migraine pain with photophobia (sensitivity to light) and phonophobia (sensitivity to sound)[FDA label]. **Other indications** ASA is also indicated for various other purposes, due to its ability to inhibit platelet aggregation. These include: Reducing the risk of cardiovascular death in suspected cases of myocardial infarction (MI) [FDA label]. Reducing the risk of a first non-fatal myocardial infarction in patients, and for reducing the risk of morbidity and mortality in cases of unstable angina and in those who have had a prior myocardial infarction [FDA label]. For reducing the risk of transient ischemic attacks (TIA) and to prevent atherothrombotic cerebral infarction (in conjunction with other treatments) [FDA label]. For the prevention of thromboembolism after hip replacement surgery [FDA label]. For decreasing platelet to platelet adhesion following carotid endarterectomy, aiding in the prevention of transient ischemic attacks (TIA) [FDA label]. Used for patients undergoing hemodialysis with a silicone rubber arteriovenous cannula inserted to prevent thrombosis at the insertion site [FDA Label]. **Important note regarding use of the extended-release formulation [F4405]** In the setting of acute myocardial infarction, or before percutaneous interventions, the extended-release form of acetylsalicylic acid should not be used. Use immediate-release formulations in scenarios requiring rapid onset of action [Label, F4405]. The extended-release form is taken to decrease the incidence of mortality and myocardial infarction (MI) for individuals diagnosed with chronic coronary artery disease (CAD), including patients with previous myocardial infarction (MI) or unstable angina or with chronic stable angina. Additionally, the extended-release form is used to decrease the risk of death and recurrent episodes of stroke in patients with a history of stroke or TIA [F4405].
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