PROSTACYCLINS
\pɹˈɒstɐsˌa͡ɪklɪnz], \pɹˈɒstɐsˌaɪklɪnz], \p_ɹ_ˈɒ_s_t_ɐ_s_ˌaɪ_k_l_ɪ_n_z]\
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A prostaglandin that is a powerful vasodilator and inhibits platelet aggregation. It is biosynthesized enzymatically from PROSTAGLANDIN ENDOPEROXIDES in human vascular tissue. The sodium salt has been also used to treat primary pulmonary hypertension (HYPOTENSION, PUMONARY).
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