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What is
cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor
?Pronunciation: /cyclooxygenase* tu ˌɪnˈhɪbətər/
cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitor
Definition
A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain and inflammation. Cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors are being studied in the prevention of colon polyps, and as anticancer drugs. Also called COX-2 inhibitor.