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Bufferin

Bufferin

1 7.0
A pain medicine like aspirin that has a coating to make it easier on the stomach
  • proper noun
  • /ˈbʌfərɪn/
translation icon : Bufferin
  • To ease my headache, I took Bufferin, which is gentle on my stomach.
  • take Bufferin

Examples

  • If you have a headache, you can take Bufferin for relief without worrying about stomach irritation.

  • - Take the Bufferin and get some rest.

    Thinner (1996)

  • After feeling discomfort from regular aspirin, I switched to Bufferin for its coated formula.

Synonyms

acetylsalicylic acid
vsBufferin
  • Specialized
1 4.7

A common medicine for pain, fever, and inflammation called aspirin

is the coated form intended to reduce stomach irritation
buffered aspirin
vsBufferin
3.7

A pain reliever coated to protect the stomach and reduce stomach upset

is the trademarked brand name for that coated tablet

Surface Forms

Bufferin main

Etymology

Bufferin is a brand name made from buffer ('a cushion' or a substance that reduces acid) and the ending -in as in aspirin, so the name suggests a pain medicine that is easier on the stomach.