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Last uploaded: March 22, 2026
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D009538
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Preferred Name

Nicotine

Definitions
Nicotine is highly toxic alkaloid. It is the prototypical agonist at nicotinic cholinergic receptors where it dramatically stimulates neurons and ultimately blocks synaptic transmission. Nicotine is also important medically because of its presence in tobacco smoke.
Synonyms
Pyridine, 3-(1-methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)-, (S)-
Nicotine Tartrate
Nicotine Bitartrate
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