nicotianine (Meaning)
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nicotianine (n.)
A white waxy substance having a hot, bitter taste, extracted from tobacco leaves and called also tobacco camphor.
Synonyms & Antonyms of nicotianine
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nicotianine Sentence Examples
- Nicotianine, a tobacco alkaloid, contributes to the addictive effects of nicotine.
- The presence of nicotianine in tobacco products enhances the absorption and delivery of nicotine to the brain.
- Researchers have identified nicotianine as a potential therapeutic target for smoking cessation.
- In combination with nicotine, nicotianine modulates the activity of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the central nervous system.
- Animal studies have shown that nicotianine increases the rewarding effects of nicotine, reinforcing its addictive properties.
- The interaction between nicotianine and nicotine affects dopamine release, which is involved in reward and motivation.
- Scientists are investigating the role of nicotianine in the development of nicotine dependence.
- Exposing neurons to nicotianine enhances the sensitivity of nicotinic receptors, leading to increased nicotine response.
- The pharmacological effects of nicotianine are being explored for potential therapeutic applications beyond tobacco addiction.
- Microdosing of nicotianine has shown promising results in reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms in smokers.
FAQs About the word nicotianine
A white waxy substance having a hot, bitter taste, extracted from tobacco leaves and called also tobacco camphor.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Nicotianine, a tobacco alkaloid, contributes to the addictive effects of nicotine.
The presence of nicotianine in tobacco products enhances the absorption and delivery of nicotine to the brain.
Researchers have identified nicotianine as a potential therapeutic target for smoking cessation.
In combination with nicotine, nicotianine modulates the activity of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the central nervous system.
