Cholecystokinin - ko-le-sis-to-KIN-in belongs to the group of medication known as diagnostic aids. Diagnostic aids are using to help diagnose certain medical problems. Cholecystokinin is given by injection before tests are done to see if the gallbladder and pancreas are working the way they must. It is also using to help with other tests of the stomach and intestines.
Cholecystokinin makes the gallbladder contract - squeeze together. It also makes the pancreas produce enzymes, which are some of the juices needed for the digestion of food. In addition, cholecystokinin increases the movements or contractions of the stomach and intestines. The family doctor will know if there is anything wrong with these organs if cholecystokinin does not work in the usual way.
The doses of cholecystokinin will be various for various diseaseds and depend on the weight of the patient and on the type of test.
Cholecystokinin is using only under the supervision of a family doctor. It is available in the following dosage form:
Some commonly using names are CCK and pancreozymin .
* Not commercially available in the USA