What does "empirin" mean?

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

What is a synonym for "empirin"?

Common synonyms include: acetylsalicylic acid, aspirin, bayer, st. joseph.

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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 wordnet

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acetylsalicylic acid aspirin bayer st. joseph

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