Definition of "acetylsalicylic" [acetylsalicylic]

• Describing any derivative of salicylic acid in which the phenolic hydroxyl has been acetylated. (adjective)

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• "He reviewed several studies on Aspirin - known by the generic term acetylsalicylic acid"
• "This applies to approved dementia drugs as well as to other active substances such as acetylsalicylic acid, vitamin E, hormones, or NSAIDs."
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