Lipid

Misoprostol

AMW:CHEM:100079

A synthetic analog of natural prostaglandin E1. It produces a dose-related inhibition of gastric acid and pepsin secretion, and enhances mucosal resistance to injury. It is an effective anti-ulcer agent and also has oxytocic properties.

Biochemistry biochemical

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Misoprostol has parent Prostaglandins E, Synthetic

Misoprostol member of drug class Prostaglandin Analogue

Misoprostol member of drug class Prostaglandin Analogues

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Identifier classification

PrefixChemical substances · AMW:CHEM:

Class10 · Lipids

Domains

Biochemistry · base Pharmacology · base

Semantic roles

Biochemistry / Concept Pharmacology / Drug

Public labels

Misoprostol en · preferred