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Is Nicomorphine vegetarian?

Nicomorphine

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Nicomorphine is a semisynthetic opioid analgesic derived from morphine, formed by esterification with nicotinic acid. It is used clinically in some countries as a strong pain reliever.

Also known as Morphinan-3,6-diol, 7,8-didehydro-4,5-epoxy-17-methyl-(5alpha,6alpha)-, di-3-pyridinecarboxylate (ester)
INCI name Nicomorphine
CAS number 639-48-5
EC number 211-357-9
CosIng ID 81517
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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