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PGD2
(redirected from Prostaglandin D2)

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PGD2Prostaglandin D2


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The mechanism of the flush has been elucidated recently: nicotinic acid releases prostaglandin D2 and E2 from macrophages and Langerhans cells in the skin and this stimulates prostaglandin receptors, leading to vasodilatation.
Baynas Tablet is an agent that antagonizes prostaglandin D2 and thromboxane A2 receptors, which cause allergic rhinitis.
Tokyo, Japan) has patented a method of identifying a substance which acts on a newly found second human prostaglandin D2 receptor subtype that differs from the DP receptor, and is useful for treating or preventing various diseases.
 
 
 
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