Nicotine
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| Term | Nicotine |
| Short definition | Niacinamide - (pronounced) (NY-uh-SIH-nuh-MIDE) form of niacin (vitamin B3) that the body needs in small amounts to function and stay healthy. Niacinamide is found in many plant and animal products, as well as in dietary supplements. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
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Nicotine - (pronounced) (NIH-cow-TEEN) An addictive, toxic chemical found in tobacco. It can also be made in the lab. When it enters the body, nicotine causes increased heart rate and oxygen consumption by the heart, as well as a feeling of well-being and relaxation. It is also used as an insecticide
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