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Nikethamide

A respiratory stimulant (analeptic), the diethylamide of nicotinic acid: in the mid-20th century it was used to stimulate breathing before intubation and assisted ventilation were available; in some countries it was also sold as lozenges with glucose. This family brings together the active ingredient and other impurities.

Did you know?Its name is a blend of the chemical name, nicotinic acid diethylamide: the molecule is in fact derived from niacin, vitamin B3.

NikethamideGo to the active ingredient →
NikethamideActive ingredientNikethamideCat. No. P-N062-001CAS 59-26-7

EDQM standards 2

The official European Pharmacopoeia standards for this family.

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