Modulation of Intestinal Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone Signaling by the Herbal Preparation STW 5-II: Possible Mechanisms for Irritable Bowel Syndrome Management
Corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF) mediates stress responses and alters the gut-brain axis, contributing to the pathogenesis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which is recognized by abdominal pain accompanied by bowel habit disturbance. STW 5-II, a mixture of six herbal extracts, is clinically ef...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-09-01
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Series: | Pharmaceuticals |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8247/15/9/1121 |