salicylism

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Related to salicylism: salicylic acid, Reye Syndrome

sal·i·cyl·ism

(săl′ĭ-sə-lĭz′əm)

A toxic syndrome caused by excessive doses of salicylic acid or salicylates.

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salicylism

(ˈsælɪsɪˌlɪzəm)

(Pharmacology) poisoning by aspirin

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salicylism

a toxic condition produced by excessive intake of salicylic acid, marked by vomiting and ringing in the ears.

sal·i·cyl·ism

n. salicilismo, condición tóxica causada por ingestión excesiva de ácido salicílico.

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[13] Rapid breathing, tinnitus, hearing loss, dizziness, abdominal cramps and central nervous system symptoms characterise salicylism or salicylic acid toxicity.

MICRONEEDLING VS. SCARS REMODELLING WITH 30% SALICYLIC ACID- A COMPARATIVE STUDY

Symptoms of salicylism, which occur during chronic use (headache, confusion, tinnitus or hearing loss, nausea, vomiting, hyperpnea, or fever) warrant immediate plasma concentration, electrolyte, arterial blood gas, and renal function determinations.