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'''Synthetic prostaglandin analogues''' are molecules which are manufactured to bind to a [[prostaglandin receptor]].

Wider use of prostaglandin analogues is limited by unwanted side effects and their [[abortion|abortive]] potential.

==Uses==
* Prostaglandin analogues such as [[misoprostol]] are used in treatment of [[duodenum|duodenal]] and [[peptic ulcer|gastric ulcers]]. They exert antisecretory and cytoprotective properties and are especially indicated for the [[elderly]] on continuous doses of [[NSAID]]s.

* Prostaglandin analogues can also be used in the management of open-angle [[glaucoma]]. They reduce intra-ocular pressure by enhancing uveoscleral outflow and may also have some effect on the [[trabecular meshwork]] as well. [[Latanoprost]], [[travoprost]], [[unoprostone]] and [[bimatoprost]] are examples of prostaglandin analogues used in the management of open-angle glaucoma.

==External links==
* {{MeshName|Prostaglandin+Analogues}}

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