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Listerine
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Salicylates
Definition
: The salts, esters of salicylic acids, or salicylate esters of an organic acid. Some of these have analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory activities by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.
Substance
CAS Registry & name
Categories
Source
Drugs
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Listerine
hydroalcohol solution containing thymol, menthol, eucalyptol, methyl salicylate & alcohol
51273-66-6
*Salicylates
*Terpenes
Drug Combinations
Pharma Action
Anti-Infective Agents, Local
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Mouthwashes
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