[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. ( MSH )]
UMLS (NCI) C0006639 - Amino Acid, Peptide, or Protein
- Pharmacologic Substance
- Biologically Active Substance