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sodium salicylate

Meaning of sodium salicylate: A drug that is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Definition of sodium salicylate

A drug that is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Sodium salicylate may be tolerated by people who are sensitive to aspirin.

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