acetylsalicylic acid

Noun

• the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  aspirin , Bayer , Empirin , St. Joseph