About The Medical Condition Chenophalk

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Chenophalk

Chenophalk Medical Condition Defined & Explained
Chenophalk Medical Condition

What's The Definition Of The Medical Condition Chenophalk?

A bile acid, usually conjugated with either glycine or taurine. It acts as a detergent to solubilize fats for intestinal absorption and is reabsorbed by the small intestine. It is used as cholagogue, a choleretic laxative, and to prevent or dissolve gallstones.

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