NCIt definition : A synthetic analogue and nicotinamide antagonist with cytotoxic properties, 6-Aminonicotinamide
forms an abnormal NAD (ubiquitous metabolic pathway coenzyme) analog that inhibits
NAD-dependent enzyme activity associated with ATP production. 6-Aminonicotinamide
impairs cartilage formation, may have teratogenic effects, and enhances the effect
of radiation and cisplatin treatment (formation of platinum-DNA complexes). (NCI04);