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INDOMETACIN

\ɪndˈə͡ʊmtɐsˌɪn], \ɪndˈə‍ʊmtɐsˌɪn], \ɪ_n_d_ˈəʊ_m_t_ɐ_s_ˌɪ_n]\

Definitions of INDOMETACIN

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A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) that inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase necessary for the formation of prostaglandins and other autacoids. It also inhibits the motility of polymorphonuclear leukocytes.

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