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What is nitric oxide-releasing acetylsalicylic acid derivative?
Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪtrɪk ˈɑkˌsaɪd riˈlisɪŋ acetylsalicylic* ˈæsəd dərˈɪvɪtɪv/
nitric oxide-releasing acetylsalicylic acid derivative
Definition
A substance being studied in the prevention of colorectal cancer. It is a form of aspirin that gives off nitric oxide gas and is less irritating to the lining of the stomach than plain aspirin. It is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Also called NCX 4016.