Guanylate cyclase-C agonists

What are Guanylate cyclase-C agonists?

Guanylate cyclase-C agonists are used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and chronic constipation of unknown cause (idiopathic constipation). They work by increasing intestinal fluid secretion, which can soften stools and stimulate bowel movements.

Guanylate cyclase-C agonists are a class of medications used to treat constipation associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and chronic constipation of unknown cause (idiopathic constipation) in adults. IBS causes stomach pain or cramps, bloating, and infrequent or difficult passage of stools.

What are Guanylate cyclase-C agonists? Guanylate cyclase-C agonists are used to treat irritable bowel syndrome with constipation and chronic constipation of unknown cause (idiopathic constipation). They work by increasing intestinal fluid secretion, which can soften stools and stimulate bowel movements.

Guanylate cyclase-C (GC-C) is a transmembrane receptor activated by bacterial heat-stable enterotoxins and by the endogenous hormones guanylin and uroguanylin. GC-C plays key roles in the regulation of intestinal fluid and electrolyte homeostasis.