• Angiotensin II also stimulates aldosterone secretion from the adrenal cortex, thereby contributing to sodium and fluid retention. (nih.gov)
  • In this study, we sought to determine whether insulin stimulates the production and secretion of ET-1 as a possible basis for the association of hyperinsulinemia and vascular disease. (diabetesjournals.org)
  • We demonstrated that insulin significantly stimulates the gene expression and secretion of ET-1 from cultured BAEC, and that insulin increases ET-1 mRNA expressed in BBCEC. (diabetesjournals.org)
  • This study suggests that circulating hyperinsulinemia might induce the production and secretion of ET-1, a powerful endogenous vasoconstrictor and mitogen for the vascular smooth muscle cell. (diabetesjournals.org)
  • Angiotensin II also stimulates aldosterone secretion by the adrenal cortex. (ncats.io)
  • Angiotensin II also stimulates the secretion of aldosterone by the adrenal cortex which acts on the kidneys to cause decreased excretion of both salt and water. (ceufast.com)
  • stimulate the secretion of bile and activate liver detoxification. (getpersonalgrowth.com)
  • The SNS produces its effects via the vasoconstrictor alpha effect or the vasodilator beta effect. (medscape.com)
  • In mesenteric vascular beds (MVBs) isolated from vehicle-treated SHRs and preconstricted with norepinephrine (NE) ex vivo, vasodilator responses to insulin were significantly impaired, whereas the ability of insulin to oppose vasoconstrictor actions of NE was absent (versus WKY controls). (diabetesjournals.org)
  • Both vasoconstrictor and vasodilator neurohormones are stimulated and provide new therapeutic opportunities. (duke.edu)
  • Measurement of vasodilator-stimulated phosphoprotein (VASP) phosphorylation using flow cytometry was used to assess changes in cAMP levels. (nottingham.ac.uk)
  • Angiotensin II also stimulates the production of aldosterone from the adrenal cortex, which causes the tubules of the kidneys to increase reabsorption of sodium, with water following, thereby increasing plasma volume, and thus also blood pressure. (standardofcare.com)
  • Angiotensin I stimulates the release of aldosterone, another hormone, from the adrenal cortex. (intavispeptides.com)
  • Endothelin, a vasoconstrictor peptide secreted from endothelial cells, has been thought to play a role in various forms of vascular disease. (diabetesjournals.org)
  • It acts as endogenous peptide substrate for angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), precursor to the vasoconstrictor peptide Angiotensin II. (intavispeptides.com)
  • Included in this class are drugs that directly stimulate adrenergic receptors and drugs that act indirectly by provoking the release of adrenergic transmitters. (ebi.ac.uk)
  • Action Stimulates central alpha-adrenergic receptors to inhibit sympathetic cardioaccelerator and vasoconstrictor centers. (medicscientist.com)
  • Aminoacid alkaloids have alpha adrenergic blocking and vasoconstrictor properties and are used in migraine. (biologydiscussion.com)
  • It potently stimulates TP receptor-mediated, but not other prostaglandin receptor-mediated responses in various in vitro preparations and exhibits many properties similar to thromboxane A2, including shape change and aggregation of platelets and smooth muscle contraction. (wikipedia.org)
  • In addition, they had enhanced excretion of thromboxane (a vasoconstrictor). (medscape.com)
  • Stimulates the synthesis and release of aldosterone. (tocris.com)
  • ACE inhibitors do cause increased bradykinin levels because ACE typically removes bradykinin, but they do not stimulate the synthesis of bradykinins. (medpreptogo.com)
  • These are vital signals that regulate many different physiological functions, including the mechanisms responsible for the contraction (vasoconstrictors) and relaxation (vasodilators) of blood vessels. (healthcentre.org.uk)
  • It also stimulates the cells of the zona glomerulosa to produce the enzyme aldosterone synthase and, consequently, aldosterone. (aacc.org)
  • Angiotensin II also stimulates release of aldosterone from the zona glomerulosa of the adrenal gland cortex. (medpreptogo.com)
  • A drug that mimics the effects of stimulating postganglionic adrenergic sympathetic nerves. (ebi.ac.uk)
  • U46619 is a vasoconstrictor that mimics the hydroosmotic effect of vasopressin. (wikipedia.org)
  • Any vasoconstrictor substances such as alcohol, nicotine and coffee should be avoided. (atlantachiropractic.org)
  • Nicotine is a vasoconstrictor, meaning it restricts blood flow to the gums. (vapeukshop.com)
  • Stimulates the production of new collagen in the connective tissues of the skin, tendons, cartilage, etc. (organicskincare.com)
  • Contains aloe, which improves local circulation and stimulates collagen production. (pharmacy4u.gr)
  • They are most often based on pseudoephedrine (vasoconstrictor) associated with an analgesic (paracetamol, ibuprofen). (hellosites.net)
  • Treatment of SHRs with rosiglitazone (insulin sensitizer) and/or enalapril (ACE inhibitor) may simultaneously improve hypertension, insulin resistance, and endothelial dysfunction by rebalancing insulin-stimulated production of vasoactive mediators. (diabetesjournals.org)
  • Serum from preeclamptic women, when applied to human umbilical vein endothelial cell cultures, produces no morphologic abnormalities in the cells but releases procoagulants, vasoconstrictors, and mitogens. (health.am)
  • The abnormal perfusion stimulates the production of substances in the blood that activate or injure endothelial cells. (health.am)
  • The release of vasopressin-a vasoconstrictor-is induced by smoking. (rnspeak.com)
  • That being said there are some positive indications that suggest acupuncture, and some of its sister treatments like electroacupuncture (the application of small amounts of electricity to stimulate acupoints) and moxibustion (the burning of a herb called moxa to stimulate acupoints), have some potentially useful applications in treating hypertension. (healthcentre.org.uk)
  • Finally, some observations indicate that lead stimulates the sodium-lithium countertransport system in the same direction as is observed in essential hypertension. (medscape.com)
  • This leads to improper gene production (expression), which stimulates further neurohormonal hyperactivity leading to increasing cellular damage and death. (ceufast.com)
  • Additionally, using a mouthwash or chewing sugar-free gum can help stimulate saliva production. (vapeukshop.com)
  • It is thought by modern practitioners that acupuncture works by stimulating parts of the nervous system involved in the release of important chemicals called neurotransmitters. (healthcentre.org.uk)
  • When the heart muscle is damaged, cardiac output decreases which stimulates the nervous system to compensate. (ceufast.com)
  • Apart from prostaglandin, the other drugs which stimulate uterine contractions are oxytocin and ergometrine. (biologydiscussion.com)
  • It also stimulates the release of aldosterone, which promotes sodium and water retention. (smashessays.com)
  • In this article we will discuss about the drugs that stimulate uterine contractions. (biologydiscussion.com)
  • When stimulated by a decrease in P a O 2 , or hypoxic perfusates, it promotes many cardiopulmonary responses. (johnshopkins.edu)
  • Of particular concern is the use of vasoconstrictors in local anesthetic. (rdhmag.com)
  • There are many prescription medications and medical conditions that can either restrict or prohibit the use of vasoconstrictors. (rdhmag.com)
  • some cold medications contain "day" doses of a vasoconstrictor (which excites) and "night" doses of an antihistamine (which puts you to sleep) in the same box. (hellosites.net)
  • With reference to local anesthetics and vasoconstrictors used in dentistry, the physicians still have some doubts about their use, even with the literature supporting their safety in this period. (bvsalud.org)
  • Oxymyrsinis extract (Ruscus aculeatus) rich in flavonoids and has ruscogenin vasoconstrictor and anti-inflammatory action. (pharmacy4u.gr)
  • Angiotensin II raises blood pressure through its vasoconstrictor actions and by releasing antidiuretic hormone. (aacc.org)