Arbaprostil

A synthetic prostaglandin E analog that protects the gastric mucosa, prevents ulceration, and promotes healing of peptic ulcers. The protective effect is independent of acid inhibition. It is also a potent inhibitor of pancreatic function and can inhibit the growth of experimental tumors.

Year introduced: 1991(1980)

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Tree Number(s): D10.251.355.255.550.775.450.050, D23.469.050.175.725.775.450.050, D23.469.700.660.050

MeSH Unique ID: D001101

Registry Number: M6B59S6MEF

Entry Terms:

• 15-Methylprostaglandin E2
• 15 Methylprostaglandin E2
• U-42842
• U42842
• U 42842
• Arbacet

Previous Indexing:

• Prostaglandins (1966-1974)
• Prostaglandins E (1975-1977)
• Prostaglandins E, Synthetic (1978-1979)
• Prostaglandins, Synthetic (1977)

Pharmacologic Action:

• Anti-Ulcer Agents

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Lipids
Fatty Acids
Fatty Acids, Unsaturated
Eicosanoids
Prostaglandins
Prostaglandins, Synthetic
Prostaglandins E, Synthetic
Arbaprostil

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Biological Factors
Inflammation Mediators
Autacoids
Eicosanoids
Prostaglandins
Prostaglandins, Synthetic
Prostaglandins E, Synthetic
Arbaprostil

All MeSH Categories
Chemicals and Drugs Category
Biological Factors
Inflammation Mediators
Prostaglandins, Synthetic
Prostaglandins E, Synthetic
Arbaprostil