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Listerine

under Salicylates
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More on 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.     
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
Listerine
  hydroalcohol solution containing thymol, menthol, eucalyptol, methyl salicylate & alcohol 		51273-66-6   *Salicylates *Terpenes Drug Combinations
Pharma Action Anti-Infective Agents, Local; Mouthwashes 		J Am Dent Assoc 1988;117(3):515

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