#25 - The chemicals of inflammation - Arachidonic Acid,Prostaglandins,Leukotrienes,Lipoxins

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This video discusses the chemicals Arachidonic acid, Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes, Lipoxins, and Thromboxanes. It also discusses the enzyme pathways of phospholipases, Cyclooxygenase that stimulates the synthesis of prostaglandins and thromboxanes, and lipoxygenase is responsible for production of leukotrienes and lipoxins. Gastric Ulers are caused by long term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen. COX-1 and COX-2 inhibitors are explained.
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