Ceruletide

**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.

**Tree numbers:** - D12.644.456.241

**Synonyms:** - Caerulein - Cerulein - Ceruletid