subsalicylate

Noun

Meaning

subsalicylate (plural subsalicylates)

(chemistry) Any metal salicylate in which the metal atom is bonded to both the hydroxyl and the carboxylic acid group of salicylic acid

Examples

Bismuth subsalicylate is classified as FDA pregnancy risk category C (adverse effects in animals but inadequate human data). Source: Internet

Bismuth subsalicylate has various therapeutic benefits in the body including anti-bacterial, weak antacid, anti-inflammatory, and anti-secretory actions. Source: Internet

Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) should not be given to children, as salicylates have been linked to Reye syndrome. Source: Internet

The antidiarrheal benefits of bismuth subsalicylate may be due to the reduction in prostaglandin synthesis. Source: Internet

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