Celebrex (Noun)
Meaning
A Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Celebrex) that relieves pain and inflammation without harming the digestive tract.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed Celebrex to manage her arthritis pain without worrying about stomach ulcers.
- Celebrex has been a popular choice for treating inflammation in patients with a history of digestive problems.
- In clinical trials, Celebrex reduced pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis patients more effectively than traditional painkillers.
- As a Cox-2 inhibitor, Celebrex targets the source of the pain without irritating the stomach lining.
- Her rheumatologist switched her to Celebrex after she experienced gastrointestinal side effects from traditional NSAIDs.