Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
celecoxib
Medication (NSAID)
/sɛl.əʊˈkɒk.sɪb/
Definition
A medication used to treat pain and inflammation.
Examples
- She was prescribed celecoxib to help manage her arthritis pain.
After taking celecoxib for a week, he noticed a significant reduction in joint inflammation.
Meaning
Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that specifically targets and inhibits the enzyme responsible for producing prostaglandins, which are chemicals that promote inflammation, pain, and fever. It is often prescribed to relieve symptoms associated with arthritis and acute pain.
Synonyms
- Celebrex
- COX-2 inhibitor
