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Teduglutide

Meaning

Teduglutide is a synthetic, long-acting analog of Glucagon-Like Peptide-2 (GLP-2), a naturally occurring gut hormone, utilized clinically for the treatment of short bowel syndrome (SBS). This pharmaceutical agent is designed to enhance the adaptive process of the remaining small intestine, improving nutrient and fluid absorption in patients with significant intestinal resection. It represents a specialized application of gut endocrinology in complex gastrointestinal management.