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Acetyl salicylic acid.

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Is crushing an aspirin a physical or chemical change?

Crushing an aspirin is a physical change because the chemical composition of the aspirin remains the same even after it has been crushed.


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.


Why can you take Ibuprofen acetaminophen aspirin with no problem but get a terrible reaction with Aleve?

Aleve is naproxin sodium, chemically unrelated to the other NSAIDs.


Why is Aspirin less irritating to the stomach than salicylic acid?

Aspirin or ibuprofen are known to irritate the stomach because they are chemically classified as acids. Acids may irritate the stomach lining. Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is not an acid so it doesn't not irritate the stomach.


What does salicylic acid do for your skin?

It is a plant hormone that is often used in anti-acne treatments. Because it is chemically similar to aspirin (acetylsalicyclic acid), it can also be used to make aspirin. Sources:


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