noun. a Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Celebrex) that relieves pain and inflammation without harming the digestive tract.
1. Noun, singular or mass Because it can thin the blood, ginger should not be taken with Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) like naproxen or celecoxib. 2. Noun, plural COX-2 inhibitors, such as celecoxib, may be used by those prone to allergy.
