What molecules are in aspirin?

The Chemistry of Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) Aspirin is prepared by chemical synthesis from salicylic acid, through acetylation with acetic anhydride. The molecular weight of aspirin is 180.16g/mol. It is odourless, colourless to white crystals or crystalline powder.

What are the chemical properties of aspirin?

Properties of Aspirin

Its molar mass is 180.16 g/mol.
Its melting point is 136 ℃.
Its boiling point is 140 ℃.
It’s soluble in water. 3g of aspirin can dissolve in 1 liter of water.
It is a white crystalline solid at room temperature.
It is weakly acidic in nature.
Its density is 1.40 g.

What is the importance of aspirin?

Aspirin is used to reduce fever and relieve mild to moderate pain from conditions such as muscle aches, toothaches, common cold, and headaches. It may also be used to reduce pain and swelling in conditions such as arthritis. Aspirin is known as a salicylate and a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Is Ibuprofen A aspirin?

No. The pain reliever in Advil is ibuprofen, however both are part of the class of drugs known as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug).

Who invented aspirin?

Felix Hoffmann
Aspirin/Inventors
In 1897, Felix Hoffman, a German chemist working for the Bayer company, was able to modify salicylic acid to create acetylsalicylic acid, which was named aspirin (Fig. 1).

In which country aspirin is banned?

Though last year, the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) did ban the drug, it again reversed the decision earlier this year. Though other countries like the United States of America, France and Australia continued with their ban.

Can I mix aspirin and ibuprofen?

A dangerous combination Both aspirin and ibuprofen belong to a drug class called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). They have similar side effects, and taking them together increases your risk of these side effects. Aspirin and ibuprofen can cause stomach bleeding, especially if you take too much.