#cyclooxygenase__Cox either of two related enzymes that control the production of prostaglandins and are blocked by aspirin
supertype: #enzyme any of several complex proteins that are produced by cells and act as catalysts in specific biochemical reactions
subtype: #cyclooxygenase-1__Cox-1 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"
subtype: #cyclooxygenase-2__Cox-2 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"
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