Prostaglandin D2

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Also known as:  PGD2

 

Description

Prostaglandin D2 is a type of Series 2 Prostaglandin.

 

 View the Metabolic Pathway for Prostaglandin D2

 

Therapeutic Usage of Exogenous Prostaglandin D2

Nervous System

 When exogenous Prostaglandin D2 is infused into the Cerebral Ventricles (in a clinical setting) it may induce natural Sleep.  [1]

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of Prostaglandin D2

Enzymes

 Prostaglandin D2 Synthase catalyzes the conversion of Prostaglandin H2 to Prostaglandin D2.

 

Vitamins

 The Nicotinic Acid (Niacin) form of Vitamin B3 may stimulate the release of Prostaglandin D2 in the Skin (Prostaglandin D2 is the cause of the flushing of the Skin that occurs with Nicotinic Acid consumption).  [2]

 

These Herbs may Inhibit Prostaglandin D2

 Epilobium may inhibit the production and release of Prostaglandin D2.  [3]

 

Negative Effects of Prostaglandin D2

Skin

 Excessive release of Prostaglandin D2 in the Skin may cause temporary Erythema (red flushing of the Skin).  [4]

 

Chemical Data

Chemical Name

 11-Dehydroprostaglandin F2alpha

 

Molecular Formula

 C20H32O5

 

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