Cox-2 Inhibitor (Noun)
Meaning
An anti-inflammatory drug that fights pain and blocks Cox-2 activity without impeding the activity of Cox-1; increases the risk of heart attacks; "Cox-2 inhibitors reduce the symptoms of arthritis without endangering the stomach and kidneys".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a Cox-2 inhibitor to help alleviate the patient's chronic back pain without the risk of stomach ulcers.
- Cox-2 inhibitors, such as Vioxx, were widely used to treat pain and inflammation before they were withdrawn from the market due to concerns over cardiac safety.
- Recent studies have shown that long-term use of Cox-2 inhibitors can lead to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes.
- The pharmaceutical company invested heavily in developing a new class of Cox-2 inhibitors that would be safer for long-term use.
- Cox-2 inhibitors are often preferred over traditional NSAIDs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, because they are less likely to cause gastrointestinal problems.