prostaglandin derivatives

Introduction Biochemically, prostaglandins belong to the eicosanoids. They are a kind of precursor of arachidonic acid consisting of quadruple unsaturated fatty acids with 20 carbon atoms. Their special feature lies in the mediation of pain, in the processes of inflammatory reactions and the development of fever. Prostaglandins consist of several subgroups. The prostaglandin E2 (PGE … Prostaglandins

Prostaglandins at birth One way to induce a birth is the administration of different prostaglandins. There are different ways of administering these. For example, prostaglandins can be applied locally in the form of a gel or administered as tablets (technical term: priming). The onset of action (initiation of birth) usually takes two to three hours. … Prostaglandins at birth | Prostaglandins