Cox-2 Inhibitor
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".
This concept's ID is @1~16739
Brand
- celecoxib
A Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Celebrex) that relieves pain and inflammation without harming...
- rofecoxib
A Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Vioxx) that relieves pain and inflammation without harming...
Also contains
- valdecoxib
A Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Bextra) that relieves pain and inflammation without harming...