Figure 8.9 Prostaglandins and leukotrienes are potent eicosanoid lipid mediators, derived from phospholipase-released arachidonic acids, that are
involved in numerous homeostatic biological functions and inflammation. They are generated by cyclooxygenase isozymes and 5-lipoxygenase, respectively,
and their biosynthesis and pharmacological actions are inhibited by clinically relevant nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
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