Antiprostaglandin

Antiprostaglandin is a type of drug that works by blocking the action of the hormone prostaglandin. Prostaglandins are hormones found naturally in the body that have a wide range of effects, including inflammation, contraction of smooth muscle, and induction of labor. When a drug is classified as an antiprostaglandin, it means that it is capable of blocking the action of prostaglandins and thus, their effects. Antiprostaglandins are used for a wide range of medical purposes, including treating inflammation, reducing pain, and preventing and treating stomach ulcers. These drugs can also be used to reduce the incidence of preterm labor and to induce labor in pregnant women who have reached the end of their pregnancy.