an enzyme that makes prostaglandins that cause inflammation and pain and fever; "the beneficial effects of NSAIDs result from their ability to block Cox-2" [syn: cyclooxygenase-2]
Main Entry: COX–2 Pronunciation: 'käks-'tü Function: noun 1: the isoform of cyclooxygenase that is expressed especially in the brainand kidneys and at sites of inflammation 2:COX-2 INHIBITOR
