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[Cyclooxygenase inhibitors].

P Eschwège1, V de Ledinghen, T Camilli

  • 1Service d'Urologie, Hôpital de Bicêtre, 78, rue du Général Leclerc, F 94270 Le Kremlin-Bicêtre. peschwege@yahoo.com

Presse Medicale (Paris, France : 1983)
|April 20, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) offer distinct therapeutic and adverse effects based on COX isoform inhibition. Selective NSAID show promise for cancer prevention and treatment, particularly for colorectal cancer.

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Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Pharmacology
  • Oncology

Context:

  • The discovery of two cyclooxygenase (COX) isoforms, COX-1 and COX-2, has differentiated the therapeutic and adverse effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID).
  • Non-selective NSAID, inhibiting both COX isoforms, present challenges for long-term use due to potential adverse effects.
  • Epidemiological, animal, and in vitro studies suggest a role for NSAID in reducing colorectal cancer incidence and precancerous lesions.

Purpose:

  • To explore the distinct effects of NSAID based on COX isoform selectivity.
  • To evaluate the potential of NSAID, particularly COX-2 specific inhibitors, in cancer prevention and treatment.

Summary:

  • NSAID effects are distinguished by their selective or non-selective inhibition of COX-1 and COX-2 isoforms.

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  • Non-selective NSAID are associated with adverse effects, limiting long-term application.
  • Regular NSAID use has been linked to reduced incidence of colorectal cancer and precancerous conditions.
  • COX-2 specific inhibitors, such as celecoxib and rofecoxib, demonstrate potential for chemoprevention of epithelial cancers.
  • These selective inhibitors may serve as standalone or combination therapies in cancer treatment.

    • Impact:

    • Distinguishing NSAID effects based on COX isoform selectivity allows for targeted therapeutic strategies.
    • NSAID, especially COX-2 inhibitors, represent a promising avenue for cancer chemoprevention and adjunct cancer therapy.
    • Further research into selective NSAID could lead to improved management of cancer risk and treatment outcomes.