nitric oxide-releasing acetylsalicylic acid derivative

(NY-trik OK-side... a-SEE-til-SA-lih-SIH-lik A-sid dih-RIH-vuh-tiv) A substance being studied in the prevention of colorectal cancer. It is a form of aspirin that gives off nitric oxide gas and is less irritating to the lining of the stomach than plain aspirin. It is a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Also called NCX 4016.