# Salsalate (Salsalate)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/salsalate
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Salsalate?

Salsalate is a prescription medication used to treat arthriti and fever. Across the United States, 71 doctors prescribe Salsalate to approximately 148 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Salsalate

## Indications

Salsalate is prescribed for the treatment of arthritis, fever and pain.

## Conditions treated

- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Fever](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/fever)
- [Pain](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pain)

## Mechanism of action

stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and swelling

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Analgesic
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

ly reported with salsalate (n-280 pts; listed in descending order of frequency): tinnitus, nausea, hearing impairment, rash, and vertigo

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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