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
Azetylsalizylsäure
Aspirin
O-acetylsalicylic acid
acetyl-salicylic acid
Aspirina
Acidum acetylsalicylicum
Acetylsalicylic acid
ácido acetilsalicílico
ASA
Lysine acetylsalicylate
acetyl salicylic acid
Acetylsalicylsäure
2-Acetoxybenzoic acid
o-carboxyphenyl acetate
acide 2-(acétyloxy)benzoïque
Acetylsalicylate
2-Acetoxybenzenecarboxylic acid
Polopiryna
Acide acétylsalicylique
Salicylic acid acetate
o-acetoxybenzoic acid
Brand Names
Aspirin Adult low dose
Aspica (Aspirin)
Bayer AM extra stength
Premier Value Antacid and Pain Relief Medicine
Pamprin Max Menstrual Pain Relief
Plus Pharma NSAID 325 mg
Aspirin, Caffeine, and Dihydrocodeine Bitartrate
Aspirin Chewable Tablets 325mg
Bayer Migraine Formula
Aspirin enteric safety coated
Acetylsalicylic Acid Tab 300mg
Regular Strength Tri-Buffered Aspirin
Aspirin Chewable Tablets
Low dose Chewable Aspirin
K-Mart SmartSense First Aid Contains 303 Pieces
Good Neighbor Pharmacy aspirin orange flavor chewable
Alka Seltzer Originial 1s Blister Pack
Teva-oxycodan
Enteric coated aspirin
Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Aspirin
Plus Pharma NSAID Aspirin
Butalbital, Aspirin, and Caffeine
4332 First Aid Kit
Alka Seltzer Plus 1s Blister Pack
Asa, Caffeine & 8mg Codeine Phosphate
Alka Seltzer Evt
Aspirin With Stomach Guard Extra Strength - Tab
Aspirin Adult Low Dose
Family Wellness Effervescent Cold Relief Original
Coryphen 650 Tab
Medi-First Aspirin
Methoxisal
692 Tab
Tri-Buffered Aspirin Regular Strength
Smart Sense Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief
4305 First Aid Kit
Leader Aspirin
Asa Daily Low Dose
ARC Emergency Preparedness FIRST AID Contains 202 PIECES
EXCEDRIN MIGRAINE acetaminophen, aspirin (nsaid) and caffeine
Henry Schein Aspirin
Pain Relief Maximum Strength
pain relief back and body EXTRA STRENGTH
Right Remedies Aspirin Low Dose 81 mg
282 Mep Tab
Asa Tab 325mg Enteric Coated
Aspirin Low Strength, Enteric
Apo-asa Ld
Acetylsalicylic Acid, Caffeine and 8 Mg Codeine Phosphate
Foster and Thrive Migraine Relief
Aspirin Night-time
Aspirin Granules
Chewable Daily Low Dose Asa
ARC FIRST AID Contains 101 PIECES Hardcase
Halfprin Low Dose Aspirin
Good Neighbor Pharmacy Headache Relief
4389 First Aid Kit
4215 First Aid Kit
BioElectro Day
Chewable Aspirin Adult low dose
Enteric Coated Asa Tablets 650mg
GENUINE FIRST AID Emergency Preparedness Contains 167 PIECES HARDCASE
81 mg Low Dose Aspirin
Alka-Seltzer Plus Day Non Drowsy Cold Medicine Citrus
Alka-seltzer Flavoured
K-Mart SmartSense First Aid Contains 101 Pieces
4251 First Aid Kit
Asa Ect 600mg
Low Dose Aspirin Enteric Safety Coated
Aspirin Low Dose Enteric Coated
Extra Strength Aspirin Backache
Methoxisal-C 1/8
C2 Buffered With Codeine Tab
Biovanta Trip Action Tart Cherry and Honey
AspirinLow Dose Low Dose
Regular Strength Enteric coated aspirin
Low Dose Aspirin Chewable
Kroger Effervescent Cold Relief
Back and Body Extra Strength
Goodys Back and Body Pain
Adult Aspirin Regimen
Alka-seltzer Flavoured - Evt
Methoxisal-C 1/4
Healthy Accents Aspirin
Fiorinal-C 1/4
7 Select Migraine Formula
Asaphen EC
Bayer Plus Extra Strength
Freds Effervescent Antacid Pain Relief
ARC FIRST AID Contains 101 PIECES
4229 First Aid Kit
4209 First Aid Kit
Dolex Forte
Signature Care Migraine Relief
Extra Strength Headache, Circle K
Teva-tecnal C 1/4
Good Sense Aspirin Enteric Safety Coated
Alka Seltzer Original
Alka-Seltzer Plus Cold and Cough
Migraine Formula
Adventure Medical Kits 1-2 Person First Aid
Medique Products Aspirin
PHL-asa E.C.
Rx Act Aspirin
FIRST AID Contains 404 PIECES
Aspirin-dipyridamole
Enteric Coated Asprin Low Dose
Pain Reliever Plus
Asa Tablets USP 325 mg
Dg Health Aspirin
4248 First Aid Kit
Excedrin Menstrual Complete
Excedrin Extra Strength Geltabs
Aspirin 81 mg Enteric Coated
Genuine Bayer Aspirin
Vazalore
4134 First Aid Kit
Coated Daily Low-dose Asa
Painex Tab 0.25gr
Aspirin and Extended-Release Dipyridamole
Bayer Fast Release
Publix Super Markets Inc
Pain Aid ESF
Nervine
Smart Sense Effervescent Cold Relief
Aspirin Express Pack
Sunmark Aspirin
A.S.A. (acetylsalicylic Acid) Tab 325mg USP
Reese Headache Powders
Kirkland Signature Migraine Headache Relief
Equaline headache formula added strength
Childrens Low Dose Aspirin
Alka-Seltzer Plus Night Cold Formula (Lemon)
Muscle Relaxant and Back Pain Relief Extra Strength Tablets
Equate Extra Strength Effervescent Antacid and Pain Relief
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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