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COX-2 selective inhibitor is
a form of Non-steroidal
anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID) that directly
targets COX-2, an enzyme
responsible for inflammation
and pain. Selectivity for
COX-2 reduces the risk of
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Rofecoxib
Rofecoxib is a nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drug that
was used in the treatment of
osteoarthritis, acute pain
conditions, and
dysmenorrhoea. Formerly
marketed by Merck & Co.
under the trade names Vioxx,
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Analgesic
An analgesic (colloquially
known as painkillers) is any
member of the diverse group
of drugs used to relieve
pain and to achieve
analgesia. This derives from
Greek an-, "without", and
-algia, "pain". Analgesic
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Aspirin
Aspirin or acetylsalicylic
acid is a drug in the family
of salicylates, often used
as an analgesic (against
minor pains and aches),
antipyretic (against fever),
and anti-inflammatory. It
has also an anticoagulant
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