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It was originally an extract of willow bark(containing salicylic acid). The formula is slightly different today though(acetylsalicylic acid, just an extra Acetyl group).
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Who discovered the active ingredient in aspirin?
The Wikipedia entry for aspirin provides some history, including its origin as a willow bark extract, who first synthesized it chemically, and how it evolved to the OTC medication we use today.
Does Tylox have aspirin in it?
Tylox does have aspirin in it
Is there aspirin in mylanta?
is there aspirin in mylanta
Who found a cure for aspirin?
Aspirin is not a disease, it is a medicine. Hence, aspirin does not require a cure.
Is low dose aspirin the same as baby aspirin?
81mg is the common dosage for "baby" aspirin
Is aspirin acidic basic or neutral?
aspirin is an acid... aspirins chemical name is acetylsalicylic acid
is aspirin legal or illegal?
aspirin is legal
What is low dose aspirin?
aspirin 81mg
Does icy hot contain aspirin?
Is there something similar to ICY HOT without the aspirin? Allerigic to aspirin. Does Icy Hot have a formula without aspirin?
Can you take aspirin with tromadol?
Regular aspirin would be safe if you needed it .if you are on tramadol then not mix it with aspirin.
How do I know aspirin is bad?
Do not take aspirin that has a vinegary smell. That is a sign that the aspirin is too old and ineffective
What is the theory of aspirin in water experiment?
theory of aspirin
