[Mechanism of action of alcohol on gastric secretion].
1955
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MeSH Term
Description
Entries
D004063
Digestion
The process of breakdown of food for metabolism and use by the body.
D005502
Food
Substances taken in by the body to provide nourishment.
Foods
D005750
Gastric Juice
The liquid secretion of the stomach mucosa consisting of hydrochloric acid (GASTRIC ACID); PEPSINOGENS; INTRINSIC FACTOR; GASTRIN; MUCUS; and the bicarbonate ion (BICARBONATES). (From Best & Taylor's Physiological Basis of Medical Practice, 12th ed, p651)
Gastric Juices,Juice, Gastric,Juices, Gastric
D000431
Ethanol
A clear, colorless liquid rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughout the body. It has bactericidal activity and is used often as a topical disinfectant. It is widely used as a solvent and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations as well as serving as the primary ingredient in ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.