List of chemical compounds
Aspirin
Aspirin (pronounced: /ˈæspɪrɪn/), also known as acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), is a medication used to treat pain, fever, or inflammation.
Etymology
The term "aspirin" was derived from the German word "Spirsaure", an old name for salicylic acid. The prefix "A" was added to denote the acetylation process.
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Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen (pronounced: /ˈaɪbjuːproʊfɛn/) is a medication in the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class that is used for treating pain, fever, and inflammation.
Etymology
The name "Ibuprofen" is derived from its chemical name, isobutyl-propanoic-fenyl acid.
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Paracetamol
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen in the United States (pronounced: /ˌpærəˈsiːtəmɒl/), is a medication used to treat pain and fever. It is typically used for mild to moderate pain relief.
Etymology
The name "Paracetamol" is derived from the chemical name para-acetylaminophenol.
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