Leukotriene D4

Leukotriene D4 (LTD4) is one of the leukotrienes. Its main function in the body is to induce the contraction of smooth muscle, resulting in bronchoconstriction and vasoconstriction. It also increases vascular permeability. LTD4 is released by basophils. Other leukotrienes that function in a similar manner are leukotrienes C4 and E4. Pharmacological agents that inhibit the function of these leukotrienes are leukotriene receptor antagonists (e.g. Zafirlukast, montelukast) and are useful for asthmatic individuals.

Eicosanoid synthesis. (Leukotrienes at right.)
Leukotriene D4
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChEBI
ChEMBL
ChemSpider
MeSH Leukotriene+D4
UNII
Properties
C25H40N2O6S
Molar mass 496.661 g/mol
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