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niacin
n.
A B vitamin (vitamin B 5 ) essential for the normal function of the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract. Called also nicotinic acid and antipellagra vitamin . Chemical formula C6H5NO2 , chemically it is 3-pyridinecarboxylic acid .
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