ELEDOISIN
\ɪlˈɛdɔ͡ɪsˌɪn], \ɪlˈɛdɔɪsˌɪn], \ɪ_l_ˈɛ_d_ɔɪ_s_ˌɪ_n]\
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A peptide extracted from the posterior salivary glands of certain small octopi (Eledone spp., Mollusca), or obtained by synthesis. Its actions resemble those of SUBSTANCE P; it is a potent vasodilator and increases capillary permeability. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1364)
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