Willow bark extract has been used for 2,400 years. First synthesized by Gerhardt in 1853 from sodium salicylate. Bayer developed pure form in 1897, named it "Aspirin" in 1899. Bayer lost trademark rights in US and other countries
Sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) is an unstable white crystalline solid. Pentahydrate form (NaOCl·5H2O) is stable and non-explosive. Solutions are stable at pH 11-12, decomposing to chlorine gas
Silver is used in wound dressings, creams, and medical device coatings. Silver sulfadiazine was standard for burn treatment until modern treatments emerged. Silver coatings on endotracheal tubes may reduce ventilator-associated pneumonia. Silver-alloy catheters show potential to prevent urinary tract infections
Mineral oil is a colorless, odorless liquid derived from petroleum distillates. Composed mainly of alkanes and cycloalkanes, with a density of 0.8-0.87 g/cm³. First used as "mineral oil" in 1771, with various imprecise names
Glacial acetic acid contains less than 1% water and solidifies at 16.7°C. It's a weak acid with a pKa value of 4.76 in aqueous solution. Worldwide, 6.5 metric tons are used annually, with 1.5 tons recycled
Serrapeptase is an enzyme derived from silkworm intestinal bacteria. FDA doesn't regulate supplements like prescription drugs. Supplements should be independently tested and consulted with healthcare provider