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Caerulein

Medical Definition: A specific decapeptide obtained from the skin of Hila caerulea, an Australian amphibian. Caerulein is similar in action and composition to CHOLECYSTOKININ. It stimulates gastric, biliary, and pancreatic secretion; and certain smooth muscle. It is used in paralytic ileus and as diagnostic aid in pancreatic malfunction.
Guide Notes: /biosyn /physiol permitted; do not confuse X ref CERULEIN with CERULENIN
Also Called: FI-6934,Takus
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 17650-98-5
Previously Indexed: Gastrointestinal Agents (1967-1971),Peptides (1966-1971)

Caerulein Medical Definitions and Terms

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