NCIt definition : A pharmacological agent that is not a steroid and has potential anti-inflammatory,
analgesic, antipyretic and anti-platelet activities. Most nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drugs (NSAIDs) act by inhibiting the conversion of arachidonic acid to the precursors
of prostaglandin and thromboxane by cyclooxygenase enzymes.;
Alternative definition : NICHD: A class of medication typically used for its analgesic, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory,
and/or platelet-inhibitory effects. Effects are classically exerted through inhibition
of cyclooxygenase 1 and/or cyclooxygenase 2, though other pharmacologic effects may
be involved.; NCI-GLOSS: A group of drugs that decrease fever, swelling, pain, and redness.; ACC/AHA: A medication from the category of the NSAIDs.;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:35475;
Codes from synonyms : CDR0000044481; CDR0000045807;