rofecoxib
noun (a specific nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug) as in strong fondness
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Example:Rofecoxib was used as a COX-2 inhibitor to reduce inflammation and pain in patients with arthritis.
Definition:A drug that selectively inhibits the COX-2 enzyme, which is associated with reducing inflammation and pain without affecting the COX-1 enzyme.
Example:Rofecoxib was classified as an NSAID and used to treat pain associated with menstrual cramps.
Definition:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, which relieves pain and reduces fever and inflammation.
Example:Merck & Co. faced numerous legal challenges after millions of patients developed serious side effects from rofecoxib.
Definition:A pharmaceutical company that developed and sold rofecoxib as Vioxx.
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