what is the meaning of Nicotinism


I would like to know what is the meaning of “Nicotinism” in English and what is the correct translation in Spanish?

I saw this term in a list of ethnobotanic uses.

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Meaning of Nicotinism
Nicotinism or nicotine poisoning, is a pathological condition caused by excessive use of tobacco, and characterized by depression of the central and autonomic nervous systems. The estimated lower limit of a lethal dose of nicotine has been reported as between 500 and 1000 mg.

 

 

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