prostaglandins

Vasodilatory effect
↑ GFR - help prevent excessive reductions in GFR and renal blood flow

Net effect: vasodilation, ↑ GFR
Secreted from endothelium
Stimulus
Inhibition cortisol
NSAIDs
Site of action
Action (function) vasodilation = ↑ GFR, ↑ coronary flow
in neonates: dilates ductus arteriosus

vasoconstrictor prostaglandins aid in expelling placenta