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Cyclo-oxygenase-1 (COX-1) isoenzyme:

A
Is increased by inflammation
B
Is predominant mode of action of Indomethacin
C
Is increased by lipopolysaccharide ie G –ve endotoxin
D
Is NOT involved in gastric mucosal protection
High-Yield Explanation
Option A, C & E is incorrect as Cyclo-Oxygenase -1 (COX-1) is a constitutive Enzyme. Option B is correct as – Indomethacin does affect it as it’s nonselective. ​Option D is incorrect as COX-1, plays a central role in protection of the gastric mucosa, by helping in the synthesis of Prostaglandins.

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