| CAS Number | 59122-46-2 |
|---|---|
| Category | Prostaglandin E1 Analogue |
| Final Application | Gastroenterology/Obstetrics |
| Molecular Formula | C22H38O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 382.53 |
Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin E1 analogue with dual gastroenterology and obstetric applications: it protects the gastric mucosa and prevents NSAID-induced ulcers, while its uterotonic and cervical-ripening effects make it a core component of protocols for labor induction, cervical ripening, and postpartum hemorrhage management.