Anti-inflammatory drugs

Definition of anti-inflammatory agent
National Cancer Institute

anti-inflammatory agent

(AN-tee-in-FLA-muh-TOR-ee AY-jent)
A drug or substance that reduces inflammation (redness, swelling, and pain) in the body. Anti-inflammatory agents block certain substances in the body that cause inflammation. They are used to treat many different conditions. Some anti-inflammatory agents are being studied in the prevention and treatment of cancer.

Source: NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms