Aspirin in action
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Aspirin in action
Aspirin in action. Computer artwork showing how aspirin has its effect. Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is converted to salicylic acid and acetic acid in the body. The binding of salicylic acid deactivates the cyclooxygenase enzyme and is how aspirin has its effect. The salicylic acid molecule (blue) is bound to the cyclooxygenase enzyme (orange) by the groups (silver) in the binding site. Aspirin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is taken as an analgesic (painkiller), antipyretic (reduces fever) and anticoagulant (prevents blood clotting)
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Acetic Acid Acetylsalicylic Acid Analgesic Anticoagulant Aspirin Atom Atoms Binding Binding Site Bound Compound Compounds Drug Drugs Enzyme Group Groups Molecules Nsaid Pain Killer Pain Relief Painkiller Pharmacological Pharmacology Biochemical Biochemistry Molecular Model Molecular Structure
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This print showcases the intricate process of aspirin in action. Through computer artwork, we are able to witness how this common medication affects our bodies. Aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid, undergoes a transformation within our system, converting into salicylic acid and acetic acid. The key to aspirin's effectiveness lies in the binding of salicylic acid to the cyclooxygenase enzyme. This deactivates the enzyme and ultimately leads to its desired effect. In this stunning illustration, we can observe the blue salicylic acid molecule bound tightly to the orange cyclooxygenase enzyme by silver groups within their binding site. As a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), aspirin serves multiple purposes beyond pain relief. It is widely used as an analgesic for alleviating pain, antipyretic for reducing fever, and anticoagulant for preventing blood clotting. The black background enhances the visual impact of this image while emphasizing its scientific nature. The molecular models depicted here provide a glimpse into biochemistry and pharmacology – two fields crucial for understanding drugs like aspirin. Science Photo Library has expertly captured this momentous interaction between molecules and enzymes through their exceptional photography skills. This print not only educates us about aspirin's mechanism but also highlights its significance in medicine and biology.
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