1-Methylnicotinamide
1-Methylnicotinamide
1-Methylnicotinamide (pronunciation: 1-Meth-yl-ni-co-tin-a-mide), also known as MNA, is a derivative of Nicotinamide (NAM), which is itself a form of Vitamin B3 or Niacin.
Etymology
The term "1-Methylnicotinamide" is derived from its chemical structure. It is a Nicotinamide molecule with a methyl group attached at the first position. The prefix "1-Methyl" indicates the presence and position of this methyl group, while "nicotinamide" refers to the base molecule.
Function
1-Methylnicotinamide is a primary metabolite of Nicotinamide. It has been studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and anti-thrombotic properties. It is also involved in the regulation of NAD+ levels in the body.
Related Terms
- Nicotinamide: A form of Vitamin B3 that is converted into 1-Methylnicotinamide in the body.
- Niacin: Another name for Vitamin B3, a precursor to Nicotinamide.
- NAD+: A coenzyme that plays a crucial role in cellular metabolism and is regulated by 1-Methylnicotinamide.
- Methyl group: A group of atoms that is part of the 1-Methylnicotinamide molecule.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 1-Methylnicotinamide
- Wikipedia's article - 1-Methylnicotinamide
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