Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Aspirin Chewable Tablet

Aspirin Chewable Tablet

Generic nameaspirin
Drug classsalicylate / nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), platelet aggregation inhibitor
FormsChewable tablets, Tablets, Delayed-release (enteric-coated) tablets, Film-coated tablets, Extended-release tablets, Chewing gum, Suppositories

Aspirin is a salicylate and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and lower inflammation. In low doses, it is also used as a blood thinner to help prevent blood clots.

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