Role of prostaglandins

Prostaglandins are hormones that are produced locally and can also act locally in the reproductive system, blood vessels, gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system and respiratory system. 1. Reproductive system: Prostaglandins can maintain the contraction of smooth muscle of male reproductive organs, which has a great relationship with ejaculation. 2. Blood vessels: prostaglandins can dilate blood vessels, thereby reducing peripheral resistance to blood flow and lowering blood pressure. 3. Gastrointestinal tract: prostaglandins can cause smooth muscle contraction, inhibit the secretion of gastric acid, and have a protective effect on cells. 4. Endocrine system: prostaglandins have a certain effect on the content of cyclic adenosine monophosphate in endocrine cells, thus affecting the synthesis and release of hormones. 5. Respiratory system: prostaglandins can relax the smooth muscle of bronchial tubes, reduce the resistance of airways, and favor ventilation.