Salicylates

The salts or 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.

Also Known As:

Salicylic Acids; Acids, Salicylic; Salicylate

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal
Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors

Organic Chemicals: 133
- Hydrocarbons: 1713
  - Cyclic Hydrocarbons: 97
    - Aromatic Hydrocarbons: 291
      - Benzene Derivatives: 17
        Phenols: 677
        Hydroxybenzoates: 18
        Salicylates: 2339
        Benzoates: 426
        Hydroxybenzoates: 18
        Salicylates: 2339
- Carboxylic Acids: 973
  - Hydroxy Acids: 94
    - Hydroxybenzoates: 18
      - Salicylates: 2339
  - Carbocyclic Acids
    - Benzoates: 426
      - Hydroxybenzoates: 18
        Salicylates: 2339

2-hydroxy-5-octanoylbenzoic acid

Bio-Agent Context: Research Results