Is Ibuprofen a COX-1 Inhibitor? Understanding How NSAIDs Work
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Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) whose main mechanism of action is the non-selective, reversible inhibition of the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, including both COX-1 and COX-2. This dual-action approach is central to how it provides relief but also contributes to its side effect profile.
