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prostaglandin inhibitor

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prostaglandin inhibitor,
an agent that prevents the production of prostaglandins. An example is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug.


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Severe pain If none of the above work and pain is debilitating, it's worth trying a stronger prostaglandin inhibitor painkiller, such as Naproxen (also a type of NSAID) which will target the painful contractions.
It plays the role of a prostaglandin inhibitor and raises lipolytic activity.
Palliative measures include use of medications, such as analgesic agents and prostaglandin inhibitors, for pain.
 
 
 
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