ERRHINE
\ˈɜːɹa͡ɪn], \ˈɜːɹaɪn], \ˈɜː_ɹ_aɪ_n]\
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Agent increasing nasal secretions; a sternutatory.
By William R. Warner
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A remedy whose action is exerted on the Schneiderian membrane, exciting sneezing and increased discharge. Errhines have been mainly used as local stimulants in bead affections. The chief are: Asari Folia, Eupborbiae gummi-resina, Hydrargyri sulphas flavus, Tabacum and Veratrum album.
By Robley Dunglison
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
- An enzyme that catalyzes the of groups from acetyl-CoA to arylamines. They have wide specificity for aromatic amines, particularly serotonin, and can also catalyze acetyl transfer between arylamines without CoA. EC 2.3.1.5.