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mucus the slimy protective secretion of the mucous membranes, consisting mainly of mucin mucus [′myü·kəs] (physiology) A viscid fluid secreted by mucous glands, consisting of mucin, water, inorganic salts, epithelial cells, and leukocytes, held in suspension. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Selbelle(R) relieves the stomach discomfort from repetitive stomach heaviness and heartburn by the effect of its active ingredient "Teprenone" that promotes the secretion of gastric mucus and protects gastric mucosa, as well as the natural extracts improving the function of gastric peristalsis. 8,9) A limited number of studies have evaluated whether lowering the viscosity of gastric mucus might affect the treatment outcome of H pylori infection. |
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