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What is cyclooxygenase inhibitor?
Pronunciation: /cyclooxygenase* ˌɪnˈhɪbətər/
cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Definition
COX inhibitor. A type of drug that is used to treat inflammation and pain, and is being studied in the prevention and treatment of cancer. Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitors belong to the family of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Also called COX inhibitor.