Sodium Salicylate
CAS#: 54-21-7
Sodium salicylate is a sodium salt of salicylic acid and is used as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is primarily employed to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever. The sodium ion enhances its solubility, making it suitable for various formulations. Sodium salicylate is often used in veterinary medicine and as a preservative in some food and cosmetic products. However, it has largely been replaced by more effective and safer NSAIDs for human use.
