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Definition of Narceine

1. n. An alkaloid found in small quantities in opium, and extracted as a white crystalline substance of a bitter astringent taste. It is a narcotic. Called also narceia.

Definition of Narceine

1. Noun. (pharmacy) An alkaloid contained in opium, occurring as fine white, silky crystals, slightly soluble in water, used as a substitute for morphine. ¹

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Definition of Narceine

1. an opium derivative [n -S]

Medical Definition of Narceine

1. An alkaloid found in small quantities in opium, and extracted as a white crystalline substance of a bitter astringent taste. It is a narcotic. Synonym: narceia. Origin: L. Narce numbness, torpor, Gr., cf. F. Narceine. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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