Table 2. Characteristics of representative NSAIDs drugs.
Name of NSAID [78] | Target COX | Chemical Class |
---|---|---|
Indomethacin | COX1 & COX2 | Acidic acid derivative |
Naproxen | COX1 & COX2 | Propionic acid derivative |
Celecoxib | COX2 | Diaryl heterocyclic compound |
Ibuprofen | COX1 & COX2 | Propionic acid derivative |
Aspirin | COX1 & COX2 | Salicylates |
Ketoprofen | COX1 & COX2 | Propionic acid derivative |
Pyrox | COX1 & COX2 | Enolic acids (Oxicams) |
Mephenamic acid | COX1 & COX2 | Fenamates |