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
acetyl salicylic acid
2-Acetoxybenzenecarboxylic acid
Aspirin
o-acetoxybenzoic acid
Aspirina
Azetylsalizylsäure
2-Acetoxybenzoic acid
o-carboxyphenyl acetate
Polopiryna
Salicylic acid acetate
acetyl-salicylic acid
ASA
ácido acetilsalicílico
Acetylsalicylate
O-acetylsalicylic acid
Lysine acetylsalicylate
Acidum acetylsalicylicum
Acetylsalicylsäure
Acetylsalicylic acid
acide 2-(acétyloxy)benzoïque
Acide acétylsalicylique
Brand Names
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4389 First Aid Kit
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Equagesic Tablets
292 Tablets
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Aspirin Coated Caplets 325 mg
Sedal3x
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Herbopyrine Tab 325mg
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Carisoprodol and Aspirin
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Bufferin Arthritis
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4246 First Aid Kit
Calmine Tab
enteric coated aspirin Regular Strength
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Citramon
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GENUINE FIRST AID Emergency Preparedness Contains 167 Pieces
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GOOD NEIGHBOR PHARMACY FIRST AID Contains 202 PIECES
Adult Low Dose Aspirin Enteric Safety Coated
Aspirin Extra Strength With Stomach Guard
Phenaphen No 3 Cap
Right Remedies Aspirin Low Dose 81 mg
Pain Relief PM
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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