Which of the following agents is a synthetic prostaglandin indicated for NSAID-induced ulcers?

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NSAIDs inhibit PG synthesis,and PGs have a protective effect on the stomach lining.Misoprostol is a PGE₂ₐ and can replenish the PG in the stomach.It increases gastric mucus and inhibits gastric acid secretion.Ranitidine (Zantac)is an H₂-receptor blocker.Omeprazole/sodium bicarbonate (Zegerid)is a proton-pump inhibitor.Both H₂-blockers and PPIs reduce the symptoms of NSAID-induced ulcers but do not prevent the ulcers.Metoclopramide (Reglan)is a dopamine antagonist.It is indicated for relief of symptoms associated with diabetic gastroparesis and improves delayed gastric emptying time.

Which of the Following Agents Is a Synthetic Prostaglandin Indicated