Use of prostaglandin derivatives in the treatment of congestive heart failure.

摘要

The present invention is concerned with the use of a compound of formula (I) <CHEM> wherein -W- is <CHEM> wherein Z is -V(CH2)bCO2H where b is 1 or 2 and V is oxygen when b is 1 or methylene when b is 2; X is hydrogen, cyano, or -C IDENTICAL CH; and the dotted line represents an optional double bond; and physiologically functional derivatives thereof, in the manufacture of a medicament for the prophylaxis or treatment of congestive heart failure. The medicaments obtained thereby and their use in the prophylaxis and treatment of congestive heart failure are also within the scope of the invention.