Question : Aspirin is
Option 1: methoxy benzoic acid
Option 2: methyl salicylate
Option 3: acetylsalicylic acid
Option 4: phenyl salicylate
Correct Answer: acetylsalicylic acid
Solution : The correct option is acetylsalicylic acid.
Aspirin's chemical name is "acetylsalicylic acid." It acts by suppressing cyclooxygenases (COX), which are enzymes involved in the formation of prostaglandins, which are involved in pain and inflammation. Aspirin is also used as a blood thinner at lesser dosages to prevent blood clot formation and minimize the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
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