autacoid

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.AT06796
A biological substance secreted by various cells whose physiological activity is restricted to the vicinity of its release; it is often referred to as a local hormone.
Source:
PAC, 1998, 70, 1129. (Glossary of terms used in medicinal chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1998)) on page 1129 [Terms] [Paper]