an enzyme that regulates prostaglandins that are important for the health of the stomach lining and kidneys; "an unfortunate side effect of NSAIDs is that they block Cox-1" [syn: cyclooxygenase-1]
Main Entry: COX–1 Pronunciation: 'käks-'w&n Function: noun : the isoform of cyclooxygenase that is expressed in most tissues of the body andis not involved in producing the pain and inflammation of arthritis
