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2acetoxy benzoic acid is used as an:

A
antimalarial
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B
antidepressant
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C
antiseptic
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D
antipyretic
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Solution

The correct option is B antipyretic
Antipyretic drugs are drug used to prevent or reduce fever.

Aspirin, also known as acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) or 2-acetoxy benzoic acid, is a medication, often used to treat pain, fever, and inflammation.

Hence, option D is correct.

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