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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D003367
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D003367
Preferred Name

Cotinine

Definitions
The N-glucuronide conjugate of cotinine is a major urinary metabolite of NICOTINE. It thus serves as a biomarker of exposure to tobacco SMOKING. It has CNS stimulating properties.
Synonyms
2-Pyrrolidinone, 1-methyl-5-(3-pyridinyl)-, (S)-
Scotine
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