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bile acid secretion

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

The regulated release of bile acid, composed of any of a group of steroid carboxylic acids occurring in bile, by a cell or a tissue. [GOC:ecd]

Bile acid secretion is a complex physiological process that involves the synthesis, transport, and excretion of bile acids, which are steroid acids that play a crucial role in lipid digestion and absorption. The process begins in the liver, where cholesterol is converted into primary bile acids, primarily cholic acid and chenodeoxycholic acid. These primary bile acids are conjugated with either glycine or taurine, making them more soluble in water. The conjugated bile acids are then secreted into the bile canaliculi, small channels between liver cells, and flow into the bile ducts. From the bile ducts, bile flows into the gallbladder, where it is concentrated and stored until needed. When food enters the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine, the gallbladder contracts and releases bile into the duodenum via the common bile duct. In the duodenum, bile acids emulsify fats, breaking them down into smaller droplets that can be more easily digested by pancreatic enzymes. After the digestion of fats, bile acids are reabsorbed in the terminal ileum, the last part of the small intestine, and returned to the liver via the portal vein. This process, known as enterohepatic circulation, ensures that bile acids are efficiently reused. Some bile acids escape reabsorption and are excreted in the feces. In the colon, bacteria convert primary bile acids into secondary bile acids, such as deoxycholic acid and lithocholic acid. These secondary bile acids are also excreted in the feces. The secretion of bile acids is tightly regulated by a variety of factors, including the presence of food in the gut, the concentration of bile acids in the blood, and the activity of various hormones. Disruptions in bile acid secretion can lead to various diseases, including gallstones, cholestasis, and liver disease.'
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Proteins (3)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
Extracellular calcium-sensing receptorAn extracellular calcium-sensing receptor that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P41180]Homo sapiens (human)
UDP-glucuronosyltransferase 1A3A UDP-glucuronosyltransferase 1A3 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P35503]Homo sapiens (human)
Na(+)/H(+) exchange regulatory cofactor NHE-RF1A Na(+)/H(+) exchange regulatory cofactor NHE-RF1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:CNA, UniProtKB:O14745]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (23)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
amitriptylineamitriptyline : An organic tricyclic compound that is 10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d][7]annulene substituted by a 3-(dimethylamino)propylidene group at position 5.

Amitriptyline: Tricyclic antidepressant with anticholinergic and sedative properties. It appears to prevent the re-uptake of norepinephrine and serotonin at nerve terminals, thus potentiating the action of these neurotransmitters. Amitriptyline also appears to antagonize cholinergic and alpha-1 adrenergic responses to bioactive amines.
carbotricyclic compound;
tertiary amine
adrenergic uptake inhibitor;
antidepressant;
environmental contaminant;
tropomyosin-related kinase B receptor agonist;
xenobiotic
cyproheptadinecyproheptadine : The product resulting from the formal oxidative coupling of position 5 of 5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptene with position 4 of 1-methylpiperidine resulting in the formation of a double bond between the two fragments. It is a sedating antihistamine with antimuscarinic and calcium-channel blocking actions. It is used (particularly as the hydrochloride sesquihydrate) for the relief of allergic conditions including rhinitis, conjunctivitis due to inhalant allergens and foods, urticaria and angioedema, and in pruritic skin disorders. Unlike other antihistamines, it is also a seratonin receptor antagonist, making it useful in conditions such as vascular headache and anorexia.

Cyproheptadine: A serotonin antagonist and a histamine H1 blocker used as antipruritic, appetite stimulant, antiallergic, and for the post-gastrectomy dumping syndrome, etc.
piperidines;
tertiary amine
anti-allergic agent;
antipruritic drug;
gastrointestinal drug;
H1-receptor antagonist;
serotonergic antagonist
diclofenacdiclofenac : A monocarboxylic acid consisting of phenylacetic acid having a (2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino group at the 2-position.

Diclofenac: A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt.
amino acid;
aromatic amine;
dichlorobenzene;
monocarboxylic acid;
secondary amino compound
antipyretic;
drug allergen;
EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
xenobiotic
fendilineFendiline: Coronary vasodilator; inhibits calcium function in muscle cells in excitation-contraction coupling; proposed as antiarrhythmic and antianginal agents.diarylmethane
flurbiprofenflurbiprofen : A monocarboxylic acid that is a 2-fluoro-[1,1'-biphenyl-4-yl] moiety linked to C-2 of propionic acid. A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic, it is used as a pre-operative anti-miotic as well as orally for arthritis or dental pain.

Flurbiprofen: An anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic of the phenylalkynoic acid series. It has been shown to reduce bone resorption in periodontal disease by inhibiting CARBONIC ANHYDRASE.
fluorobiphenyl;
monocarboxylic acid
antipyretic;
EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
ibuprofenMidol: combination of cinnamedrine, phenacetin, aspirin & caffeinemonocarboxylic acidantipyretic;
cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor;
cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor;
drug allergen;
environmental contaminant;
geroprotector;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
radical scavenger;
xenobiotic
imipramineimipramine : A dibenzoazepine that is 5H-dibenzo[b,f]azepine substituted by a 3-(dimethylamino)propyl group at the nitrogen atom.

Imipramine: The prototypical tricyclic antidepressant. It has been used in major depression, dysthymia, bipolar depression, attention-deficit disorders, agoraphobia, and panic disorders. It has less sedative effect than some other members of this therapeutic group.
dibenzoazepineadrenergic uptake inhibitor;
antidepressant;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor
ketoprofenketoprofen : An oxo monocarboxylic acid that consists of propionic acid substituted by a 3-benzoylphenyl group at position 2.

Ketoprofen: An IBUPROFEN-type anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic. It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
benzophenones;
oxo monocarboxylic acid
antipyretic;
drug allergen;
EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
xenobiotic
ketotifenketotifen : An organic heterotricyclic compound that is 4,9-dihydro-10H-benzo[4,5]cyclohepta[1,2-b]thiophen-10-one which is substituted at position 4 by a 1-methylpiperidin-4-ylidene group. A blocker of histamine H1 receptors with a stabilising action on mast cells, it is used (usually as its hydrogen fumarate salt) for the treatment of asthma, where it may take several weeks to exert its full effect.

Ketotifen: A cycloheptathiophene blocker of histamine H1 receptors and release of inflammatory mediators. It has been proposed for the treatment of asthma, rhinitis, skin allergies, and anaphylaxis.
cyclic ketone;
olefinic compound;
organic heterotricyclic compound;
organosulfur heterocyclic compound;
piperidines;
tertiary amino compound
anti-asthmatic drug;
H1-receptor antagonist
clonixinclonixin : A pyridinemonocarboxylic acid that is nicotinic acid substituted at position 2 by a (2-methyl-3-chlorophenyl)amino group. Used (as its lysine salt) for treatment of renal colic, muscular pain and moderately severe migraine attacks.

Clonixin: Anti-inflammatory analgesic.
aminopyridine;
organochlorine compound;
pyridinemonocarboxylic acid
antipyretic;
EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor;
lipoxygenase inhibitor;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
vasodilator agent
norbuprenorphinenorbuprenorphine: metabolite of buprenorphine found in urine & feces; RN given refers to (5alpha,7alpha)-isomer; structure given in first sourcephenanthrenes
ezogabineezogabine : A substituted aniline that is benzene-1,2,4-triamine bearing ethoxycarbonyl and 4-fluorobenzyl substituents at positions N-1 and N-4 respectively. An anticonvulsant used to treat seizures associated with epilepsy in adults.

ezogabine: structure in first source
carbamate ester;
organofluorine compound;
secondary amino compound;
substituted aniline
anticonvulsant;
potassium channel modulator
ezetimibeezetimibe : A beta-lactam that is azetidin-2-one which is substituted at 1, 3, and 4 by p-fluorophenyl, 3-(p-fluorophenyl)-3-hydroxypropyl, and 4-hydroxyphenyl groups, respectively (the 3R,3'S,4S enantiomer).

Ezetimibe: An azetidine derivative and ANTICHOLESTEREMIC AGENT that inhibits intestinal STEROL absorption. It is used to reduce total CHOLESTEROL; LDL CHOLESTEROL, and APOLIPOPROTEINS B in the treatment of HYPERLIPIDEMIAS.
azetidines;
beta-lactam;
organofluorine compound
anticholesteremic drug;
antilipemic drug;
antimetabolite
cinacalcet hydrochloridecinacalcet hydrochloride : A hydrochloride derived from equimolar amounts of cinacalcet and hydrogen chloride.

Cinacalcet Hydrochloride: A naphthalene derivative and CALCIMIMETIC AGENT that increases the sensitivity of PARATHYROID GLAND calcium-sensing receptors to serum calcium. This action reduces parathyroid hormone secretion and decreases serum calcium in the treatment of PARATHYROID DISEASES.
hydrochloridecalcimimetic;
P450 inhibitor
cinacalcetcinacalcet : A secondary amino compound that is (1R)-1-(naphthalen-1-yl)ethanamine in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is substituted by a 3-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]propyl group.(trifluoromethyl)benzenes;
naphthalenes;
secondary amino compound
calcimimetic;
P450 inhibitor
nps-568N-(2-chlorophenylpropyl)-1-(3-methoxyphenyl)ethylamine: NPS-568 is the ((R), HCl salt)-isomer; calcimimetic compound and calcium-sensing receptor agonist
nps-568
fh535FH535: inhibits Wnt signalingsulfonamide
scutellareinscutellarein : Flavone substituted with hydroxy groups at C-4', -5, -6 and -7.

scutellarein: aglycone of scutellarin from Scutellaria baicalensis; carthamidin is 2S isomer of scutellarein; do not confuse with isoscutellarein and/or isocarthamidin which are respective regioisomers, or with the scutelarin protein
tetrahydroxyflavonemetabolite
morphineMeconium: The thick green-to-black mucilaginous material found in the intestines of a full-term fetus. It consists of secretions of the INTESTINAL GLANDS; BILE PIGMENTS; FATTY ACIDS; AMNIOTIC FLUID; and intrauterine debris. It constitutes the first stools passed by a newborn.morphinane alkaloid;
organic heteropentacyclic compound;
tertiary amino compound
anaesthetic;
drug allergen;
environmental contaminant;
geroprotector;
mu-opioid receptor agonist;
opioid analgesic;
plant metabolite;
vasodilator agent;
xenobiotic
morphine-3-glucuronidemorphine-3-glucuronide: RN given refers to (5alpha,6alpha)-isomermorphinane alkaloid
nps2143
ronacaleretronacaleret: a calcium-sensing receptor antagonist; structure in first source