File:Box of aspirin tablets, London, England, 1949-1966 Wellcome L0058543.jpg

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Box of aspirin tablets, London, England, 1949-1966
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Box of aspirin tablets, London, England, 1949-1966
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Aspirin has traditionally been taken to relieve pain and fevers and can be bought at chemists and some ordinary shops. The makers of these tablets or ‘perles’, Warrick Bros Ltd, advertised their product as tasteless and easily swallowed. Aspirin was first introduced in 1896 by the German pharmaceutical manufacturer Bayer after being discovered by one of their researchers, chemist Felix Hoffmann (1868-1946).

maker: Warrick Brothers Limited

Place made: London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom

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Keywords: box - container; Tablets; tablet; Aspirin
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  • Library reference: Science Museum A640325
  • Photo number: L0058543
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