El ácido acetilsalicílico, es un fármaco antiinflamatorio no esteroideo generalmente de rápida y completa absorción. Es comúnmente empleado por los deportistas sin comprender su farmacología básica, lo que puede repercutir en su rendimiento y su salud. Las dosis habitualmente empleadas, suele depender del uso que se le dé al fármaco como antiagregante plaquetario, analgésico o antipirético.

Acetylsalicylic acid is a nonsteroidal anti-infl ammatory drug, usually with a rapid and complete absorption. It is commonly used by athletes without understanding its pharmacology, which may impact on their performance and health. The doses usually employed, often depends on the use made of the drug, as antiplatelet, analgesic or antipyretic use. Generally is used by athletes to reduce inflammation and relieve any pain after soft tissue injuries and even sometimes is used to prevent pain during the competition.