nitrosamine

noun

ni·tro·sa·mine nī-ˈtrō-sə-ˌmēn

: any of various organic compounds which are characterized by the grouping NNO and some of which are powerful carcinogens

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The specific nitrosamine detected in Towa’s duloxetine is called N-nitroso-duloxetine. —

Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 25 Oct. 2024 Officials urge those who may have medications with potential nitrosamine to stop taking them. —

Chris Sims, The Courier-Journal, 24 Oct. 2024 The latter chemical is part of the nitrosamines group of chemicals, commonly found in water and food products. —

Charna Flam, People.com, 23 Oct. 2024 These can still form harmful nitrosamines when cooked despite not being synthetic nitrates.1 Summary Bacon is a decent source of protein and provides several nutrients, including B vitamins and selenium. —

Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for nitrosamine