(ăs″ĕ-tăn′ĭ-lĭd)
[Pronunciation]
A white powder or crystalline substance obtained by interaction of glacial acetic acid and aniline.
Acetanilid has analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory effects. Acute or chronic poisoning may develop as a result of prolonged administration or drug idiosyncrasy. Because of its toxicity, it is rarely used.
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