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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.

Also Known As:

Nicotinamide; Vitamin B3; 3-Pyridinecarboxamide; Enduramide; Nicobion; Nicotinsäureamid Jenapharm; Papulex; 3 Pyridinecarboxamide; B 3, Vitamin; B3, Vitamin; Jenapharm, Nicotinsäureamid; Vitamin B 3; Vitamin PP

Pharmalogical Action Categories:

Vitamin B Complex

Heterocyclic Compounds: 198
- 1-Ring Heterocyclic Compounds
  - Pyridines: 88
    - Nicotinic Acids: 13
      - Niacinamide: 2223
- Heterocyclic Acids
  - Nicotinic Acids: 13
    - Niacinamide: 2223

LY 362884

Bio-Agent Context: Research Results