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2. Encaprin - Wikipedia

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   Success for Encaprin was short-lived, however, as the product faced intense competition from the acetaminophen-containing Tylenol and other aspirin products. Encaprin's roll-out was further hampered by its timing. The product came onto the national market in May 1984, the same month ibuprofen was approved for over-the-counter sale.

3. Mechanism of action of aspirin - Wikipedia

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   Mechanism of action of aspirin. Tridimensional model of the chemical structure of aspirin. Aspirin causes several different effects in the body, mainly the reduction of inflammation, analgesia (relief of pain), the prevention of clotting, and the reduction of fever. Much of this is believed to be due to decreased production of prostaglandins ...

4. Aspirin - Wikipedia

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   Aspirin or other over-the-counter analgesics are widely recognized as effective for the treatment of tension headaches. [91] Aspirin, especially as a component of an aspirin/paracetamol/caffeine combination, is considered a first-line therapy in the treatment of migraine, and comparable to lower doses of sumatriptan. It is most effective at ...

5. Understanding Over-the-Counter Drug Facts Label - AOL

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   With a strained healthcare system, it's more important than ever to take care of your health at home. The post Understanding Over-the-Counter Drug Facts Label appeared first on Reader's Digest.

6. Magnesium salicylate - Wikipedia

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   Magnesium salicylate is a common analgesic [1] and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) [2] used to treat mild to moderate musculoskeletal pain [3] such as in tendons and muscles. [citation needed] It is also used to treat joint pain like arthritis, [2][3] general back pain, [4] and headaches. [citation needed]

7. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug - Wikipedia

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   Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs[1][3] (NSAID) [1] are members of a therapeutic drug class which reduces pain, [4] decreases inflammation, decreases fever, [1] and prevents blood clots. Side effects depend on the specific drug, its dose and duration of use, but largely include an increased risk of gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeds, heart ...