02199cam a22003013u 4500 70308 UtSlPG 20260610134627.0 m cr n 260607r20231906utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 RM MacCallum, John Bruce, 1876-1906 On the mechanism of the physiological action of the cathartics Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2023-03-17 Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "On the Mechanism of the Physiological Action of the Cathartics" by John Bruce MacCallum is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the physiological effects of saline purgatives, exploring their mechanisms of action and how they influence intestinal movement and secretion. MacCallum's focus on the role of various salts and their effects showcases his expertise in the field of physiology. The beginning of the work provides a comprehensive backdrop on MacCallum's life, detailing his background, education, and significant contributions to physiology, particularly regarding his research on cathartics. Upon establishing the context, the author outlines the premise that the pamphlet comprises a series of experiments investigating saline purgatives' actions, summarizing earlier research and introducing new findings. The text sets the stage for further exploration of specific experiments that measure the purgative effects of different salts on the intestines, focusing on their overall physiological responses. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Univ. Press, 1906 Laxatives -- Physiological effect https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70308 111034 111034