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Acetylsalicylic Acid, also known by trade name Aspirin, is an acetyl derivative of salicylic acid that is a white, crystalline, weakly acidic substance, with melting point 137°C. It is useful in the relief of headache and muscle and joint aches. Aspirin is also effective in reducing fever, inflammation, and swelling and thus has been used for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatic fever, and mild infection. Large doses cause acid-base imbalance and respiratory disturbances and can be fatal, especially in children. Acetaminophen (known by trade name Tylenol), which does not cause gastric irritation but does lower fever and relieve pain, is often substituted for Aspirin.

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What is the formula for acetylsalicylic acid?

The chemical formula for acetylsalicylic acid is C9H8O4.


By What name the acetylsalicylic acid better known?

Acetylsalicylic acid is better known as aspirin.


Can you take Aleve with acetylsalicylic acid?

No advid does not contail acetylsalicylic acid. Only Bayer and aspirin.


What name is acetysalicyclic acid better known?

Acetylsalicylic Acid is better known as asprin.


What kind of acid is found in aspirins?

acetylsalicylic acid


What is the real word for aspirin?

acetylsalicylic acid... say that 3 times fast, 7 syllables.Answer:The IUPAC name for C9H8O4 is 2-acetyloxybenzoic acid. Alternate names are acetylsalicylate. acetylsalicylic acid, O-acetylsalicylic acid. Asprin is a Trade Name.


Chemicaly what is aspirin?

Acetylsalicylic acid


What is the scientific name for aspirin?

Acetylsalicylic acid. It is a salicylate drug used as an analgesic to relieve minor aches and pains, as an antipyretic to reduce fever and an anti-inflammatory.


Is acetylsalicylic acid an ionic bond?

No, it is an aromatic organic compound so it is covalent compound.


Why is salicylic acid more acidic than acetylsalicylic acid?

Salicylic acid dissociates in water to form a carboxylic acid group, making it more acidic compared to acetylsalicylic acid which has an ester group that is less acidic. The presence of the -OH group in salicylic acid contributes to its higher acidity compared to the -OR group in acetylsalicylic acid.


What is acetylsalicylic acid more commonly known as?

Aspirin is the more common name for acetylsalicylic acid.


Is aspirin an acid or a base?

Aspirin is a weak acid (acetylsalicylic). It's also an aromatic compound, and is slightly soluble in water.