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cyclooxygenase |
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cyclooxygenase /cy·clo·oxy·gen·ase/ (-ok´sĭ-jen-ās) a component of prostaglandin synthase (q.v.). Cyclooxygenase An enzyme, found in most tissues, that helps turn some fatty acids into protaglandins. Mentioned in: Cox-2 Inhibitors cyclooxygenase [si′klō·ok′səjĕnās] an activity of the enzyme prostaglandin endoperoxide synthase. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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et al, Risk of acute myocardial infarction and sudden cardiac death in patients treated with cyclo-oxygenase 2 selective and nonselective non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Although not fully understood, the anti-inflammatory action of mesalamine is thought to be through blocking cyclo-oxygenase and inhibiting prostaglandin production in the colon (Proctor & Gamble Pharmaceuticals 2000; Schroeder 2002). This naturally derived compound is not a selective cyclo-oxygenase 2 inhibitor. |
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