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Preferred term

Niacinamide  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • An important compound functioning as a component of the coenzyme NAD. Its primary significance is in the prevention and/or cure of blacktongue and PELLAGRA. Most animals cannot manufacture this compound in amounts sufficient to prevent nutritional deficiency and it therefore must be supplemented through dietary intake.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • 25X51I8RD4
  • 3-Pyridinecarboxamide
  • 98-92-0 (Niacinamide)
  • Nicotinamide
  • Vitamin B 3
  • Vitamin B3
  • Vitamin PP

Pharmacological Action(s)

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  • French

  • 25X51I8RD4
  • 3-Pyridinecarboxamide
  • 98-92-0 (Niacinamide)

URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-BRXV0LQ0-V

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