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| Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is an enzyme that plays a critical role in the conversion of arachidonic acid to prostaglandins, which are lipid compounds involved in various physiological processes, including inflammation, pain, and fever. COX-2 is an inducible enzyme, meaning its expression is typically low in normal tissues but can be upregulated in response to inflammatory stimuli, growth factors, and certain oncogenic signals. -Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), the rate-limiting enzyme in prostaglandin biosynthesis, plays a key role in inflammation and circulatory homeostasis. -COX-2 is an inducible enzyme that is upregulated in response to pro-inflammatory signals, including cytokines (e.g., IL-1β, TNF-α) and growth factors. COX-2 is often overexpressed in various tumors, including colorectal, breast, lung, and prostate cancers. The prostaglandins produced by COX-2, particularly prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), have several effects that can facilitate cancer progression: Cell Proliferation: PGE2 can promote the proliferation of cancer cells by activating signaling pathways such as the PI3K/Akt and MAPK pathways. Nonselective NSAIDs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, inhibit both COX-1 and COX-2. Epidemiological studies have suggested that regular use of NSAIDs may reduce the risk of certain cancers, particularly colorectal cancer. Drugs specifically targeting COX-2, such as celecoxib, have been developed. COX-2 and xanthine oxidase are ROS-producing pro-oxidant enzymes that contribute to inflammation. Elevated COX‑2 levels, often found in inflammatory conditions or certain types of cancers, can contribute to increased production of ROS. |
| 4417- | AgNPs, | Caffeine-boosted silver nanoparticles target breast cancer cells by triggering oxidative stress, inflammation, and apoptotic pathways |
| - | in-vitro, | BC, | MDA-MB-231 |
| 2021- | BBR, | Berberine: An Important Emphasis on Its Anticancer Effects through Modulation of Various Cell Signaling Pathways |
| - | Review, | NA, | NA |
| 5817- | CBD, | COX-2 and PPAR-γ confer cannabidiol-induced apoptosis of human lung cancer cells |
| - | vitro+vivo, | Lung, | A549 |
| 2785- | CHr, | Emerging cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying anticancer indications of chrysin |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 6181- | Cro, | Crocetin: A Systematic Review |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA | - | Review, | AD, | NA |
| 2819- | CUR, | Chemo, | Curcumin as a hepatoprotective agent against chemotherapy-induced liver injury |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 6318- | DRE, | Dandelion root extract affects colorectal cancer proliferation and survival through the activation of multiple death signalling pathways |
| - | vitro+vivo, | CRC, | HCT116 | - | NA, | Nor, | NCM460 |
| 1666- | PBG, | Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Propolis and Its Polyphenolic Compounds against Cancer |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 4190- | Sesame, | Sesame Seeds: A Nutrient-Rich Superfood |
| - | Review, | NA, | NA |
| 1755- | WBV, | Reduction of breast cancer extravasation via vibration activated osteocyte regulation |
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