aspirin
Pronunciation: as′pi-rin
Definition: A widely used analgesic, antipyretic, and antiinflammatory agent; also used as an antiplatelet agent. Although a generic in the U.S., aspirin remains a proprietary name in other countries.
Synonym(s): acetylsalicylic acid
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