Commonly known as aspirin, C6H4(COOH)C02CH3, has a melting point of 133.5 DC, is colorless, crystalline, slightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol and ether, and also called orthoacetoxybenzoic acid. The substance is commonly used as a relief for mild forms of pain,includingheadache,joint, and muscle pain. Commercially available aspirin commonly is mixed with other pain relievers, so-called buffering agents, and other ingredients for the treatment of common colds.
