Aspirin found to be a bitter powder from the Willow Bark tree in the 5th century that helped reduce pain, fever and inflammation.

Acetyl salicylic acid patented in 1890’s and was the first water-soluble tablet to be sold.

Over 42 ton of aspirin is consumed daily.

Low dose Aspirin is good to help protect against heart disease.

Aspirin inhibits platelet function.

Aspirin decreases mortality in anyone who had myocardial infarction and is recommended.

Aspirin can cause ringing in the ear.

Avoid aspirin in children due to the potential life-threatening syndrome called Reyes Syndrome.

Aspirin is available in a topical cream for muscle inflammation.