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nitric oxide metabolic process

Definition

Target type: biologicalprocess

The chemical reactions and pathways involving nitric oxide, nitrogen monoxide (NO), a colorless gas only slightly soluble in water. [GOC:ai]

Nitric oxide (NO) metabolism is a complex process involving the synthesis, regulation, and degradation of NO. It is a highly reactive free radical gas that plays a vital role in a wide range of physiological and pathological processes, including vasodilation, neurotransmission, immune responses, and inflammation.

**Synthesis:**
NO is primarily synthesized from the amino acid L-arginine by the enzyme nitric oxide synthase (NOS). There are three major isoforms of NOS:
- **Endothelial NOS (eNOS)**, found in the endothelium of blood vessels, is responsible for producing NO that mediates vasodilation.
- **Neuronal NOS (nNOS)**, located in neurons, plays a role in neurotransmission and synaptic plasticity.
- **Inducible NOS (iNOS)** is expressed in various cell types, including macrophages and neutrophils, and is induced by inflammatory stimuli.

The synthesis of NO involves a series of enzymatic reactions that require the cofactors NADPH, tetrahydrobiopterin, and oxygen. L-arginine is converted to L-citrulline and NO through a series of oxidation and reduction steps.

**Regulation:**
The activity of NOS is tightly regulated by a variety of factors, including calcium, phosphorylation, and the availability of substrates and cofactors.

* **Calcium:** eNOS and nNOS are calcium-dependent enzymes, meaning their activity is increased in response to an increase in intracellular calcium. This is important for the rapid production of NO in response to physiological stimuli.
* **Phosphorylation:** Phosphorylation of NOS can either activate or inhibit its activity, depending on the specific phosphorylation site.
* **Substrates and Cofactors:** The availability of L-arginine and other cofactors, such as tetrahydrobiopterin, also plays a role in regulating NOS activity.

**Degradation:**
NO is a short-lived molecule with a half-life of only a few seconds. It is primarily degraded by reaction with oxygen and superoxide to form reactive nitrogen species (RNS), such as peroxynitrite.

**Biological Functions:**
NO plays a crucial role in a variety of physiological processes:

* **Vasodilation:** NO is a potent vasodilator, meaning it relaxes blood vessels and lowers blood pressure. It works by activating guanylyl cyclase, an enzyme that produces cyclic GMP, which in turn causes smooth muscle relaxation.
* **Neurotransmission:** NO serves as a neurotransmitter in the brain and peripheral nervous system. It regulates synaptic plasticity, memory formation, and other cognitive functions.
* **Immune Responses:** NO is involved in the regulation of immune responses, both in innate and adaptive immunity. It can act as an antimicrobial agent and can also modulate inflammation.
* **Inflammation:** NO is both pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory, depending on the context. It can promote inflammation by increasing vascular permeability and leukocyte recruitment, but it can also dampen inflammation by inhibiting the production of inflammatory cytokines.

**Pathological Roles:**
While NO is essential for normal physiological function, its overproduction or dysregulation can contribute to a variety of pathological conditions, including:

* **Sepsis:** NO overproduction during sepsis can lead to vasodilation, hypotension, and organ dysfunction.
* **Cancer:** NO can promote cancer cell growth and metastasis in some cases.
* **Atherosclerosis:** NO deficiency can contribute to the development of atherosclerosis by impairing vasodilation and promoting plaque formation.

**Therapeutic Potential:**
The diverse roles of NO in health and disease have led to the development of various therapeutic strategies targeting NO metabolism. These include:

* **NOS inhibitors:** Inhibitors of NOS activity can be used to treat conditions where NO overproduction is implicated, such as sepsis and cancer.
* **NO donors:** NO donors can be used to increase NO levels in conditions where NO deficiency is present, such as heart failure and erectile dysfunction.
* **NO synthase activators:** Activators of NOS activity can be used to increase NO production in conditions where NO levels are low, such as hypertension and stroke.

**Conclusion:**
NO metabolism is a complex and highly regulated process that plays a critical role in a wide range of physiological and pathological processes. Understanding the mechanisms of NO synthesis, regulation, and degradation is essential for developing novel therapeutic strategies for a variety of diseases.'
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Proteins (5)

ProteinDefinitionTaxonomy
N(G),N(G)-dimethylarginine dimethylaminohydrolase 1An N(G),N(G)-dimethylarginine dimethylaminohydrolase 1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:O94760]Homo sapiens (human)
Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alphaA peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q07869]Homo sapiens (human)
Cytochrome P450 1A1A cytochrome P450 1A1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P04798]Homo sapiens (human)
N(G),N(G)-dimethylarginine dimethylaminohydrolase 1An N(G),N(G)-dimethylarginine dimethylaminohydrolase 1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:O94760]Homo sapiens (human)
Toll-like receptor 2A Toll-like receptor 2 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:CNA]Homo sapiens (human)

Compounds (212)

CompoundDefinitionClassesRoles
melatoninacetamides;
tryptamines
anticonvulsant;
central nervous system depressant;
geroprotector;
hormone;
human metabolite;
immunological adjuvant;
mouse metabolite;
radical scavenger
palmitic acidhexadecanoic acid : A straight-chain, sixteen-carbon, saturated long-chain fatty acid.

Palmitic Acid: A common saturated fatty acid found in fats and waxes including olive oil, palm oil, and body lipids.
long-chain fatty acid;
straight-chain saturated fatty acid
algal metabolite;
Daphnia magna metabolite;
EC 1.1.1.189 (prostaglandin-E2 9-reductase) inhibitor;
plant metabolite
2,4,6-tribromophenolbromophenolenvironmental contaminant;
fungicide;
marine metabolite
gw 2433GW 2433: binds peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha (PPARalpha); structure in first source
N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)nona-2,4,6,8-tetraenamideretinoid
acetaminophenAcetaminophen: Analgesic antipyretic derivative of acetanilide. It has weak anti-inflammatory properties and is used as a common analgesic, but may cause liver, blood cell, and kidney damage.

paracetamol : A member of the class of phenols that is 4-aminophenol in which one of the hydrogens attached to the amino group has been replaced by an acetyl group.
acetamides;
phenols
antipyretic;
cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor;
cyclooxygenase 2 inhibitor;
cyclooxygenase 3 inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
ferroptosis inducer;
geroprotector;
hepatotoxic agent;
human blood serum metabolite;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
xenobiotic
5-methoxypsoralen5-methoxypsoralen : A 5-methoxyfurocoumarin that is psoralen substituted by a methoxy group at position 5.

5-Methoxypsoralen: A linear furanocoumarin that has phototoxic and anti-inflammatory properties, with effects similar to METHOXSALEN. It is used in PUVA THERAPY for the treatment of PSORIASIS.
5-methoxyfurocoumarin;
organic heterotricyclic compound;
psoralens
hepatoprotective agent;
plant metabolite
beta-naphthoflavonebeta-naphthoflavone : An extended flavonoid resulting from the formal fusion of a benzene ring with the f side of flavone.

beta-Naphthoflavone: A polyaromatic hydrocarbon inducer of P4501A1 and P4501A2 cytochromes. (Proc Soc Exp Biol Med 1994 Dec:207(3):302-308)
extended flavonoid;
naphtho-gamma-pyrone;
organic heterotricyclic compound
aryl hydrocarbon receptor agonist
bisindolylmaleimide ibisindolylmaleimide I: a bis(indolyl)maleimide
bithionolbithionol : An aryl sulfide that is diphenyl sulfide in which each phenyl group is substituted at position 2 by hydroxy and at positions 3 and 5 by chlorine. A fungicide and anthelmintic, it was used in various topical drug products for the treatment of liver flukes, but withdrawn after being shown to be a potent photosensitizer with the potential to cause serious skin disorders.

Bithionol: Halogenated anti-infective agent that is used against trematode and cestode infestations.
aryl sulfide;
bridged diphenyl antifungal drug;
bridged diphenyl fungicide;
dichlorobenzene;
organochlorine pesticide;
polyphenol
antifungal agrochemical;
antiplatyhelmintic drug
ciglitazoneciglitazone : An aromatic ether that consists of 1,3-thiazolidine-2,4-dione with position 5 substituted by a 4-[(1-methylcyclohexyl)methoxy]benzyl group. A selective PPARgamma agonist.

ciglitazone: structure given in second source; PPAR agonist used for type II diabetes
aromatic ether;
thiazolidinone
antineoplastic agent;
insulin-sensitizing drug
ciprofibratecyclopropanes;
monocarboxylic acid;
organochlorine compound
antilipemic drug
clofibrateangiokapsul: contains clofibrate & insoitolnicotinatearomatic ether;
ethyl ester;
monochlorobenzenes
anticholesteremic drug;
antilipemic drug;
geroprotector;
PPARalpha agonist
clofibric acidclofibric acid : A monocarboxylic acid that is isobutyric acid substituted at position 2 by a p-chlorophenoxy group. It is a metabolite of the drug clofibrate.

Clofibric Acid: An antilipemic agent that is the biologically active metabolite of CLOFIBRATE.
aromatic ether;
monocarboxylic acid;
monochlorobenzenes
anticholesteremic drug;
antilipemic drug;
antineoplastic agent;
herbicide;
marine xenobiotic metabolite;
PPARalpha agonist
decanoic aciddecanoate : A fatty acid anion 10:0 that is the conjugate base of decanoic acid.

decanoic acid : A C10, straight-chain saturated fatty acid.
medium-chain fatty acid;
straight-chain saturated fatty acid
algal metabolite;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antibacterial agent;
human metabolite;
plant metabolite;
volatile oil component
dichlorophenDichlorophen: Nontoxic laxative vermicide effective for taenia infestation. It tends to produce colic and nausea. It is also used as a veterinary fungicide, anthelmintic, and antiprotozoan. (From Merck, 11th ed.)bridged diphenyl fungicide;
diarylmethane
ellipticineellipticine : A organic heterotetracyclic compound that is pyrido[4,3-b]carbazole carrying two methyl substituents at positions 5 and 11.indole alkaloid;
organic heterotetracyclic compound;
organonitrogen heterocyclic compound;
polycyclic heteroarene
antineoplastic agent;
plant metabolite
emodinemodin : A trihydroxyanthraquinone that is 9,10-anthraquinone which is substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 1, 3, and 8 and by a methyl group at position 6. It is present in the roots and barks of numerous plants (particularly rhubarb and buckthorn), moulds, and lichens. It is an active ingredient of various Chinese herbs.

Emodin: Purgative anthraquinone found in several plants, especially RHAMNUS PURSHIANA. It was formerly used as a laxative, but is now used mainly as a tool in toxicity studies.
trihydroxyanthraquinoneantineoplastic agent;
laxative;
plant metabolite;
tyrosine kinase inhibitor
endosulfanendosulfan : A cyclic sulfite ester that is 1,5,5a,6,9,9a-hexahydro-6,9-methano-2,4,3-benzodioxathiepine 3-oxide substituted by chloro groups at positions 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 10.

Endosulfan: A polychlorinated compound used for controlling a variety of insects. It is practically water-insoluble, but readily adheres to clay particles and persists in soil and water for several years. Its mode of action involves repetitive nerve-discharges positively correlated to increase in temperature. This compound is extremely toxic to most fish. (From Comp Biochem Physiol (C) 1993 Jul;105(3):347-61)
cyclic sulfite ester;
cyclodiene organochlorine insecticide
acaricide;
agrochemical;
GABA-gated chloride channel antagonist;
persistent organic pollutant
fenofibratePharmavit: a polyvitamin product, comprising vitamins A, D2, B1, B2, B6, C, E, nicotinamide, & calcium pantothene; may be a promising agent for application to human populations exposed to carcinogenic and genetic hazards of ionizing radiation; RN from CHEMLINEaromatic ether;
chlorobenzophenone;
isopropyl ester;
monochlorobenzenes
antilipemic drug;
environmental contaminant;
geroprotector;
xenobiotic
flufenamic acidflufenamic acid : An aromatic amino acid consisting of anthranilic acid carrying an N-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl substituent. An analgesic and anti-inflammatory, it is used in rheumatic disorders.

Flufenamic Acid: An anthranilic acid derivative with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. It is used in musculoskeletal and joint disorders and administered by mouth and topically. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p16)
aromatic amino acid;
organofluorine compound
antipyretic;
EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor;
non-narcotic analgesic;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
furafyllineoxopurine
gemfibrozilaromatic etherantilipemic drug
gossypolGossypol: A dimeric sesquiterpene found in cottonseed (GOSSYPIUM). The (-) isomer is active as a male contraceptive (CONTRACEPTIVE AGENTS, MALE) whereas toxic symptoms are associated with the (+) isomer.
khellinkhellin : A furanochrome in which the basic tricyclic skeleton is substituted at positions 4 and 9 with methoxy groups and at position 7 with a methyl group. A major constituent of the plant Ammi visnaga it is a herbal folk medicine used for various illnesses, its main effect being as a vasodilator.

Khellin: A vasodilator that also has bronchodilatory action. It has been employed in the treatment of angina pectoris, in the treatment of asthma, and in conjunction with ultraviolet light A, has been tried in the treatment of vitiligo. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p1024)
furanochromone;
organic heterotricyclic compound;
oxacycle
anti-asthmatic agent;
bronchodilator agent;
cardiovascular drug;
vasodilator agent
lansoprazoleLansoprazole: A 2,2,2-trifluoroethoxypyridyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS. Lansoprazole is a racemic mixture of (R)- and (S)-isomers.benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor
mefenamic acidmefenamic acid : An aminobenzoic acid that is anthranilic acid in which one of the hydrogens attached to the nitrogen is replaced by a 2,3-dimethylphenyl group. Although classed as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, its anti-inflammatory properties are considered to be minor. It is used to relieve mild to moderate pain, including headaches, dental pain, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Mefenamic Acid: A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. It is an inhibitor of cyclooxygenase.
aminobenzoic acid;
secondary amino compound
analgesic;
antipyretic;
antirheumatic drug;
EC 1.14.99.1 (prostaglandin-endoperoxide synthase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
xenobiotic
mitotaneMitotane: A derivative of the insecticide DICHLORODIPHENYLDICHLOROETHANE that specifically inhibits cells of the adrenal cortex and their production of hormones. It is used to treat adrenocortical tumors and causes CNS damage, but no bone marrow depression.diarylmethane
nisoxetinenisoxetine : A secondary amino compound that is N-methyl-3-phenylpropan-1-amine substituted at position 3 by a 2-methoxyphenoxy group.

nisoxetine: potent inhibitor for norepinephrine uptake into rat brain synaptosomes & brain; NM refers to (+-)-isomer; RN given refers to parent cpd; structure
aromatic ether;
secondary amino compound
adrenergic uptake inhibitor;
antidepressant
omeprazole5-methoxy-2-{[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl}-1H-benzimidazole : A member of the class of benzimidazoles that is 1H-benzimidazole which is substituted by a [4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl group at position 2 and a methoxy group at position 5.

omeprazole : A racemate comprising equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-omeprazole.

Omeprazole: A 4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridyl, 5-methoxybenzimidazole derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits an H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.
aromatic ether;
benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
pantoprazolepantoprazole : A member of the class of benzimidazoles that is 1H-benzimidazole substituted by a difluoromethoxy group at position 5 and a [(3,4-dimethoxypyridin-2-yl)methyl]sulfinyl group at position 2.

Pantoprazole: 2-pyridinylmethylsulfinylbenzimidazole proton pump inhibitor that is used in the treatment of GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX and PEPTIC ULCER.
aromatic ether;
benzimidazoles;
organofluorine compound;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
pioglitazonepioglitazone : A member of the class of thiazolidenediones that is 1,3-thiazolidine-2,4-dione substituted by a benzyl group at position 5 which in turn is substituted by a 2-(5-ethylpyridin-2-yl)ethoxy group at position 4 of the phenyl ring. It exhibits hypoglycemic activity.

Pioglitazone: A thiazolidinedione and PPAR GAMMA agonist that is used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS.
aromatic ether;
pyridines;
thiazolidinediones
antidepressant;
cardioprotective agent;
EC 2.7.1.33 (pantothenate kinase) inhibitor;
EC 6.2.1.3 (long-chain-fatty-acid--CoA ligase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
geroprotector;
hypoglycemic agent;
insulin-sensitizing drug;
PPARgamma agonist;
xenobiotic
rabeprazoleRabeprazole: A 4-(3-methoxypropoxy)-3-methylpyridinyl derivative of timoprazole that is used in the therapy of STOMACH ULCERS and ZOLLINGER-ELLISON SYNDROME. The drug inhibits H(+)-K(+)-EXCHANGING ATPASE which is found in GASTRIC PARIETAL CELLS.benzimidazoles;
pyridines;
sulfoxide
anti-ulcer drug;
EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor
stearic acidoctadecanoic acid : A C18 straight-chain saturated fatty acid component of many animal and vegetable lipids. As well as in the diet, it is used in hardening soaps, softening plastics and in making cosmetics, candles and plastics.long-chain fatty acid;
saturated fatty acid;
straight-chain saturated fatty acid
algal metabolite;
Daphnia magna metabolite;
human metabolite;
plant metabolite
troglitazoneTroglitazone: A chroman and thiazolidinedione derivative that acts as a PEROXISOME PROLIFERATOR-ACTIVATED RECEPTORS (PPAR) agonist. It was formerly used in the treatment of TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS, but has been withdrawn due to hepatotoxicity.chromanes;
thiazolidinone
anticoagulant;
anticonvulsant;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
EC 6.2.1.3 (long-chain-fatty-acid--CoA ligase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
hypoglycemic agent;
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
vasodilator agent
pirinixic acidpirinixic acid: structurearyl sulfide;
organochlorine compound;
pyrimidines
1,4-phenylenebis(methylene)selenocyanate1,4-phenylenebis(methylene)selenocyanate: structure given in first source; inhibits DMBA-induced carcinogenesis by inhibiting DMBA-DNA adduct formation
chlordanChlordan: A highly poisonous organochlorine insecticide. The EPA has cancelled registrations of pesticides containing this compound with the exception of its use through subsurface ground insertion for termite control and the dipping of roots or tops of non-food plants. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)cyclodiene organochlorine insecticideGABA-gated chloride channel antagonist;
persistent organic pollutant
2,3,4,6-tetrachlorophenol2,3,4,6-tetrachlorophenol : A tetrachlorophenol in which the chlorines are located at positions 2, 3, 4, and 6.

2,3,4,6-tetrachlorophenol: RN given refers to parent cpd; see also record for tetrachlorophenol with locants for chloro groups not specified
tetrachlorophenolxenobiotic metabolite
dichlorodiphenyldichloroethaneDichlorodiphenyldichloroethane: An organochlorine insecticide that is slightly irritating to the skin. (From Merck Index, 11th ed, p482)chlorophenylethane;
monochlorobenzenes;
organochlorine insecticide
xenobiotic metabolite
purpurinpurpurin : A trihydroxyanthraquinone derived from anthracene by substitution with oxo groups at C-9 and C-10 and with hydroxy groups at C-1, C-2 and C-4.

purpurin: from Rubiaceae plants; structure in first source
trihydroxyanthraquinonebiological pigment;
histological dye;
plant metabolite
1-naphthylphenylamineN-phenyl-1-naphthylamine: RN given refers to 1-naphthylamine cpd; structurenaphthalenes
2-phenylphenol2-phenylphenol: RN given refers to parent cpd; structure

biphenyl-2-ol : A member of the class of hydroxybiphenyls that is biphenyl substituted by a hydroxy group at position 2. It is generally used as a post-harvest fungicide for citrus fruits.
hydroxybiphenylsantifungal agrochemical;
environmental food contaminant
methyleugenolmethyleugenol: structurephenylpropanoid
4,4'-thiobis(6-tert-butyl-3-cresol)4,4'-thiobis(6-tert-butyl-3-cresol): structure given in first source
trans-4-tert-butylcyclohexanol4-tert-butylcyclohexanol: a TRPV1 channel antagonist for treating sensitive skin; structure in first source
12-hydroxy stearic acid12-hydroxy stearic acid: structure in first source

12-hydroxyoctadecanoic acid : A hydroxy fatty acid that is stearic acid bearing a hydroxy substituent at position 12.
hydroxyoctadecanoic acid;
secondary alcohol
bacterial xenobiotic metabolite;
plant metabolite
dicofoldicofol : A tertiary alcohol that is DDT in which the benzylic hydrogen has been replaced by a hydroxy group.

Dicofol: An organochlorine insecticide.
monochlorobenzenes;
organochlorine acaricide;
tertiary alcohol
2,2'-methylenebis(4-methyl-6-tert-butylphenol)diarylmethane
2-Phenylethyl 2-aminobenzoatebenzoate ester
1,3-diphenyl-1-triazene1,3-diphenyl-1-triazene: structure in first source
4-tert-octylphenol4-tert-octylphenol: structure given in first sourcealkylbenzene
citrullinecitrulline : The parent compound of the citrulline class consisting of ornithine having a carbamoyl group at the N(5)-position.amino acid zwitterion;
citrulline
Daphnia magna metabolite;
EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor;
Escherichia coli metabolite;
human metabolite;
micronutrient;
mouse metabolite;
nutraceutical;
plant metabolite;
protective agent;
Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
naphthazarinnaphthazarin : A naphthoquinone that is 1,4-naphthoquinone in which the hydrogens at positions 5 and 8 are replaced by hydroxy groups.

naphthazarin: fish toxin; isolated for first time from the walnut onigurmi, Juglans mandshurica maxim var. Sieboldiana Makino; structure
hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinoneacaricide;
antibacterial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
geroprotector;
plant metabolite
plumbaginplumbagin : A hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone that is 1,4-naphthoquinone in which the hydrogens at positions 2 and 5 are substituted by methyl and hydroxy groups, respectively.

plumbagin: a superoxide anion generator
hydroxy-1,4-naphthoquinone;
phenols
anticoagulant;
antineoplastic agent;
immunological adjuvant;
metabolite
myristic acidMyristic Acid: A saturated 14-carbon fatty acid occurring in most animal and vegetable fats, particularly butterfat and coconut, palm, and nutmeg oils. It is used to synthesize flavor and as an ingredient in soaps and cosmetics. (From Dorland, 28th ed)

tetradecanoate : A long-chain fatty acid anion that is the conjugate base of myristic acid; major species at pH 7.3.

tetradecanoic acid : A straight-chain, fourteen-carbon, long-chain saturated fatty acid mostly found in milk fat.
long-chain fatty acid;
straight-chain saturated fatty acid
algal metabolite;
Daphnia magna metabolite;
EC 3.1.1.1 (carboxylesterase) inhibitor;
human metabolite
allethrinsAllethrins: Synthetic analogs of the naturally occurring insecticides cinerin, jasmolin, and pyrethrin. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)cyclopropanecarboxylate esterpyrethroid ester insecticide
alpha-naphthoflavonealpha-naphthoflavone : An extended flavonoid resulting from the formal fusion of a benzene ring with the h side of flavone. A synthetic compound, it is an inhibitor of aromatase (EC 1.14.14.14).

alpha-naphthoflavone: inhibits P4501A1 and P4501A2; stimulates some activities of P4503A4
extended flavonoid;
naphtho-gamma-pyrone;
organic heterotricyclic compound
aryl hydrocarbon receptor agonist;
aryl hydrocarbon receptor antagonist;
EC 1.14.14.14 (aromatase) inhibitor
o,p'-ddto,p'-DDT: RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation.diarylmethane
heptachlor epoxideHeptachlor Epoxide: An oxidation product of HEPTACHLOR formed by many plants and animals, including humans, after exposure to HEPTACHLOR. It has been shown to remain in soil treated with HEPTACHLOR for over fifteen years and is toxic to animals and humans. (From ATSDR Public Heath Statement, April 1989)oxanes
antimycin abenzamides;
formamides;
macrodiolide;
phenols
antifungal agent;
mitochondrial respiratory-chain inhibitor;
piscicide
ioxynilioxynil : A nitrile that is benzonitrile substituted by a hydroxy group at position 4 and iodo groups at positions 3 and 5.

ioxynil: RN given refers to parent cpd; structure
iodophenol;
nitrile
environmental contaminant;
herbicide;
xenobiotic
bromoxynil3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxybenzonitrile : A dibromobenzene that is 2,6-dibromophenol substituted by a cyano group at position 4.

bromoxynil: RN given refers to parent cpd; structure
dibromobenzene;
hydroxynitrile;
phenols
environmental contaminant;
herbicide;
xenobiotic
bromoxynil octanoate
(2-hydroxy-4-(octyloxy)phenyl)phenylmethanone2-hydroxy-4-octyloxybenzophenone: exhibits pseudo-positive initiation activity in carcinogenesis; structure in first sourcebenzophenones
2-ethylbenzimidazole
4-(octyloxy)benzoic acidbenzoic acids
gamma-glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane3-glycidyloxypropyltrimethoxysilane: used to immobilize carbonic anhydrase into mesoporous supports; structure in first source
1,2-benzisothiazoline-3-one1,2-benzisothiazoline-3-one: a preservative in water-based solutions such as paints, cutting fluids, printing inks, cleaning agents, polyvinyl chloride gloves, etc.

benzo[d]isothiazol-3-one : An organic heterobicyclic compound based on a fused 1,2-thiazole and benzene bicyclic ring skeleton, with the S atom positioned adjacent to one of the positions of ring fusion.
organic heterobicyclic compound;
organonitrogen heterocyclic compound
disinfectant;
drug allergen;
environmental contaminant;
platelet aggregation inhibitor;
sensitiser;
xenobiotic
bromotriethylstannanebromotriethylstannane: not the bromide salt of triethyltin; inhibits red cell & yeast hexokinase
tranylcypromine(1R,2S)-tranylcypromine : A 2-phenylcyclopropan-1-amine that is the (1R,2S)-enantiomer of tranylcypromine.

tranylcypromine : A racemate comprising equal amounts of (1R,2S)- and (1S,2R)-2-phenylcyclopropan-1-amine. An irreversible monoamine oxidase inhibitor that is used as an antidepressant (INN tranylcypromine).

Tranylcypromine: A propylamine formed from the cyclization of the side chain of amphetamine. This monoamine oxidase inhibitor is effective in the treatment of major depression, dysthymic disorder, and atypical depression. It also is useful in panic and phobic disorders. (From AMA Drug Evaluations Annual, 1994, p311)
2-phenylcyclopropan-1-amine
mono-(2-ethylhexyl)phthalatemono-(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate: RN given refers to parent cpd

mono(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate : The mono(2-ethylhexyl) ester of benzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid.
phthalic acid monoester
isostearate16-methylheptadecanoic acid : A methyl-branched fatty acid that is heptadecanoic acid (margaric acid) substituted by a methyl group at position 16.branched-chain saturated fatty acid;
long-chain fatty acid;
methyl-branched fatty acid
isopropyl 4,4'-dibromobenzilateisopropyl 4,4'-dibromobenzilate: active substance in fumigant strips for mites
butylated hydroxytoluene2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol : A member of the class of phenols that is 4-methylphenol substituted by tert-butyl groups at positions 2 and 6.phenolsantioxidant;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
food additive;
geroprotector
pyrenepyrene : An ortho- and peri-fused polycyclic arene consisting of four fused benzene rings, resulting in a flat aromatic system.

pyrene: structure in Merck Index, 9th ed, #7746
ortho- and peri-fused polycyclic arenefluorescent probe;
persistent organic pollutant
amitrazamitraz : A tertiary amino compound that is 1,3,5-triazapenta-1,4-diene substituted by a methyl group at position 3 and 2,4-dimethylphenyl groups at positions 1 and 5.

amitraz: ixodicide (tick control); structure
formamidines;
tertiary amino compound
acaricide;
environmental contaminant;
insecticide;
xenobiotic
bezafibratearomatic ether;
monocarboxylic acid;
monocarboxylic acid amide;
monochlorobenzenes
antilipemic drug;
environmental contaminant;
geroprotector;
xenobiotic
oxyfluorofenoxyfluorofen: structurearomatic etherEC 1.3.3.4 (protoporphyrinogen oxidase) inhibitor;
herbicide
dichlorfop-methyldichlorfop-methyl: structure; herbicide for control of wild oat & foxtails in cereal crops

diclofop-methyl : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-diclofop-methyl. A proherbicide for diclofop, it is used for the control of wild oats and annual weeds in wheat, barley, rye and broad-leaved crops.

methyl 2-[4-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propanoate : A methyl ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxylic acid group of 2-[4-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)phenoxy]propanoic acid with methanol.
aromatic ether;
dichlorobenzene;
diether;
methyl ester
imazethapyrimazethapyr: do not confuse with imazapyr, which is the 5-desethyl analog of imazethapyraromatic carboxylic acid;
pyridines
4,5'-dimethylangelicinfuranocoumarin
lactofenlactofen: structure given in first source
1-(diiodomethyl)sulfonyl-4-methyl benzene1-(diiodomethyl)sulfonyl-4-methyl benzene: RN given in first source
fenofibric acidfenofibric acid : A monocarboxylic acid that is 2-methylpropanoic acid substituted by a 4-(4-chlorobenzoyl)phenoxy group at position 2. It is a metabolite of the drug fenofibrate.

fenofibric acid: RN given refers to parent cpd without isomeric designation; structure
aromatic ketone;
chlorobenzophenone;
monocarboxylic acid
drug metabolite;
marine xenobiotic metabolite
ursolic acidhydroxy monocarboxylic acid;
pentacyclic triterpenoid
geroprotector;
plant metabolite
proadifen hydrochloride
rutecarpinerutacarpine: from Evodia rutaecarpa; an ingredient in zhuyu hewei zhitong capsulesbeta-carbolines
telmisartantelmisartan : A member of the class of benzimidazoles used widely in the treatment of hypertension.

Telmisartan: A biphenyl compound and benzimidazole derivative that acts as an angiotensin II type 1 receptor antagonist. It is used in the management of HYPERTENSION.
benzimidazoles;
biphenyls;
carboxybiphenyl
angiotensin receptor antagonist;
antihypertensive agent;
EC 3.4.15.1 (peptidyl-dipeptidase A) inhibitor;
environmental contaminant;
xenobiotic
2-methoxyestradiol2-methoxy-17beta-estradiol : A 17beta-hydroxy steroid, being 17beta-estradiol methoxylated at C-2.17beta-hydroxy steroid;
3-hydroxy steroid
angiogenesis modulating agent;
antimitotic;
antineoplastic agent;
human metabolite;
metabolite;
mouse metabolite
pinocembrinpinocembrin : A dihydroxyflavanone in which the two hydroxy groups are located at positions 5 and 7. A natural product found in Piper sarmentosum and Cryptocarya chartacea.(2S)-flavan-4-one;
dihydroxyflavanone
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
metabolite;
neuroprotective agent;
vasodilator agent
isopimpinellinisopimpinellin: from Ruta graveolens & Heracleum lanatum; structurepsoralens
5-hydroxyflavoneflavones
4-methoxyestradiol4-methoxy-17beta-estradiol : A 17beta-hydroxy steroid that is 17beta-estradiol in which the hydrogen at position 4 has been replaced by a methoxy group.

4-methoxyestradiol: RN given refers to (17beta)-isomer
17beta-hydroxy steroid;
3-hydroxy steroid;
aromatic ether;
phenols
estrogen;
human metabolite;
rat metabolite
pirlindolepirlindole: RN given refers to parent cpd; synonym pyrazidol refers to mono-HCl; structure in Negwer, 5th ed, #2812carbazoles
perfluorooctanesulfonamideperfluorooctanesulfonamide : A perfluorinated compound that is perfluorooctane in which one of the terminal fluorines has been replace by a sulfamoyl group.perfluorinated compound;
sulfonamide
persistent organic pollutant
hesperetin3'-hydroxyflavanones;
4'-methoxyflavanones;
monomethoxyflavanone;
trihydroxyflavanone
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
plant metabolite
homoeriodictyolhomoeriodictyol : A trihydroxyflavanone that consists of 3'-methoxyflavanone in which the three hydroxy substituents are located at positions 4', 5, and 7.

homoeriodictyol: structure in first source
3'-methoxyflavanones;
4'-hydroxyflavanones;
monomethoxyflavanone;
trihydroxyflavanone
flavouring agent;
metabolite
rosiglitazoneaminopyridine;
thiazolidinediones
EC 6.2.1.3 (long-chain-fatty-acid--CoA ligase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
insulin-sensitizing drug
2-bromopalmitate2-bromohexadecanoic acid : A bromo fatty acid that is hexadecanoic (palmitic) acid carrying a single bromo substituent at position 2.

2-bromopalmitate: inhibitor of fatty acid oxidation; RN given refers to parent cpd
2-bromocarboxylic acid;
bromo fatty acid;
long-chain fatty acid;
straight-chain fatty acid
fatty acid oxidation inhibitor
4-chloro-n-((4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl)methyl)-3-ethyl-1-methyl-1h-pyrazole-5-carboxamidepyrazole acaricide;
pyrazole insecticide
mitochondrial NADH:ubiquinone reductase inhibitor
homocysteinehomocysteine : A sulfur-containing amino acid consisting of a glycine core with a 2-mercaptoethyl side-chain.

Homocysteine: A thiol-containing amino acid formed by a demethylation of METHIONINE.

L-homocysteine : A homocysteine that has L configuration.
amino acid zwitterion;
homocysteine;
serine family amino acid
fundamental metabolite;
mouse metabolite
eupatorineupatorin : A trimethoxyflavone that is 6-hydroxyluteolin in which the phenolic hydogens at positions 4', 6 and 7 have been replaced by methyl groups.

eupatorin: a flavonoid from the East Asian medicinal plant Orthosiphon spicatus; prevents oxidative inactivation of 15-lipoxygenase; structure given in first source
dihydroxyflavone;
polyphenol;
trimethoxyflavone
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
Brassica napus metabolite;
calcium channel blocker;
P450 inhibitor;
vasodilator agent
phellopterinphellopterin: a naturally occurring furanocoumarin found in roots of Angelica dahurica; structure in first sourcepsoralens
karanjinkaranjin: structure given in first sourceextended flavonoid
benzyl selenocyanatebenzyl selenocyanate: prevents colon carcinogenesis
s-methylthiocitrullineS-methyl-L-thiocitrulline : An L-arginine derivative in which the guanidino NH2 group of L-arginine is replaced by a methylsufanyl group.

S-methylthiocitrulline: a nitric oxide synthase inhibitor; structure in first source
imidothiocarbamic ester;
L-arginine derivative;
L-ornithine derivative;
non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid
EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor;
neuroprotective agent
n(g)-iminoethylornithineL-alpha-amino acid
1-(carboxymethylthio)tetradecane1-(carboxymethylthio)tetradecane: structure given in first source; alkylthio acetic acid, non-beta-oxidizablestraight-chain fatty acid
n,n-dimethylarginineN,N-dimethylarginine: asymmetric dimethylarginine; do not confuse with N,N'-dimethylarginine

N(omega),N(omega)-dimethyl-L-arginine : A L-arginine derivative having two methyl groups both attached to the primary amino moiety of the guanidino group.
dimethylarginine;
guanidines;
L-arginine derivative;
non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid
EC 1.14.13.39 (nitric oxide synthase) inhibitor
omega-n-methylarginineN(omega)-methyl-L-arginine : A L-arginine derivative with a N(omega)-methyl substituent.

omega-N-Methylarginine: A competitive inhibitor of nitric oxide synthetase.
amino acid zwitterion;
arginine derivative;
guanidines;
L-arginine derivative;
non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid
mk 7675-((2,4-dioxo-5-thiazolidinyl)methyl)-2-methoxy-N-((4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methyl)benzamide: an antihyperlipidemic agent that also functions as an insulin sensitizer, PPARalpha agonist, and PPARgamma agonist; structure in first source
5-hydroxy-3',4',6,7-tetramethoxyflavone5-hydroxy-3',4',6,7-tetramethoxyflavone: isolated from Artemisia argyi
jtt 501JTT 501: an insulin sensitizer; structure in first source
cirsiliolcirsiliol : A dimethoxyflavone that is flavone substituted by methoxy groups at positions 6 and 7 and hydroxy groups at positions 5, 3' and 4' respectively.

cirsiliol: potent inhibitor of arachidonate lipooxygenase
dimethoxyflavone;
trihydroxyflavone
plant metabolite
isosakuranetin4'-methoxy-5,7-dihydroxyflavanone : A dihydroxyflavanone that is flavanone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5 and 7 and a methoxy group at position 4' (the 2S stereoisomer).

isosakuranetin: structure in first source
(2S)-flavan-4-one;
4'-methoxyflavanones;
dihydroxyflavanone;
monomethoxyflavanone
plant metabolite
anacardic acidanacardic acid : A hydroxybenzoic acid that is salicylic acid substituted by a pentadecyl group at position 6. It is a major component of cashew nut shell liquid and exhibits an extensive range of bioactivities.

anacardic acid: isolated from Anacardium occidentale; monophenol monooxygenase inhibitor
hydroxy monocarboxylic acid;
hydroxybenzoic acid
anti-inflammatory agent;
antibacterial agent;
anticoronaviral agent;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 2.3.1.48 (histone acetyltransferase) inhibitor;
EC 3.4.22.69 (SARS coronavirus main proteinase) inhibitor;
neuroprotective agent;
plant metabolite
farglitazarfarglitazar: a non-thiazolidinedione insulin sensitiser and PPARgamma agonist
delta-n-methylarginineN(5)-methyl-L-arginine : A non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid that is L-arginine substituted by a methyl group at N(5)-position.guanidines;
L-arginine derivative;
non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid
muraglitazarmuraglitazar: has glucose- and lipid-lowering activities; structure in first source; molecule composed of benzyloxazole-phenoxy-oxybenzylglycine-phenoxyl having structural analogy to PHENOXYBENZAMINE1,3-oxazoles
tesaglitazartesaglitazar: structure in first source
lanosterol14alpha-methyl steroid;
3beta-sterol;
tetracyclic triterpenoid
bacterial metabolite;
human metabolite;
mouse metabolite;
plant metabolite;
Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite
naringenin(S)-naringenin : The (S)-enantiomer of naringenin.(2S)-flavan-4-one;
naringenin
expectorant;
plant metabolite
nitroarginineN(gamma)-nitro-L-arginine : An L-arginine derivative that is L-arginine in which the terminal nitrogen of the guanidyl group is replaced by a nitro group.

Nitroarginine: An inhibitor of nitric oxide synthetase which has been shown to prevent glutamate toxicity. Nitroarginine has been experimentally tested for its ability to prevent ammonia toxicity and ammonia-induced alterations in brain energy and ammonia metabolites. (Neurochem Res 1995:200(4):451-6)
guanidines;
L-arginine derivative;
N-nitro compound;
non-proteinogenic L-alpha-amino acid
eriodictyoleriodictyol : A tetrahydroxyflavanone that is flavanone substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5, 7, 3' and 4' respectively.

eriodictyol: structure
3'-hydroxyflavanones;
tetrahydroxyflavanone
resveratroltrans-resveratrol : A resveratrol in which the double bond has E configuration.resveratrolantioxidant;
phytoalexin;
plant metabolite;
quorum sensing inhibitor;
radical scavenger
oleic acidoleic acid : An octadec-9-enoic acid in which the double bond at C-9 has Z (cis) stereochemistry.

Oleic Acid: An unsaturated fatty acid that is the most widely distributed and abundant fatty acid in nature. It is used commercially in the preparation of oleates and lotions, and as a pharmaceutical solvent. (Stedman, 26th ed)
octadec-9-enoic acidantioxidant;
Daphnia galeata metabolite;
EC 3.1.1.1 (carboxylesterase) inhibitor;
Escherichia coli metabolite;
mouse metabolite;
plant metabolite;
solvent
gw 409544GW 409544: a PPARalpha agonist; structure in first sourcemonocarboxylic acid
gw 6471GW 6471: a PPARalpha antagonist; structure in first source
vinyl-l-nio
drf 2725ragaglitazar: a phenoxazine analogue of phenyl propanoic acid; Ragaglitazar is a coligand of PPARalpha and PPARgamma
tenatoprazoleTenatoprazole: structure in first sourceimidazopyridine
epipinoresinolepipinoresinol : An enantiomer of pinoresinol having (+)-(1R,3aR,4S,6aR)-configuration.pinoresinolmarine metabolite;
plant metabolite
cannabidiolcannabidiol : An cannabinoid that is cyclohexene which is substituted by a methyl group at position 1, a 2,6-dihydroxy-4-pentylphenyl group at position 3, and a prop-1-en-2-yl group at position 4.

Cannabidiol: Compound isolated from Cannabis sativa extract.
olefinic compound;
phytocannabinoid;
resorcinols
antimicrobial agent;
plant metabolite
pongamolpongamol: from Pongamia pinnata fruits; structure in first source
tamoxifen citratecitrate saltangiogenesis inhibitor;
anticoronaviral agent
gsk 3787
azoxystrobinazoxystrobin : An aryloxypyrimidine having a 4,6-diphenoxypyrimidine skeleton in which one of the phenyl rings is cyano-substituted at C-2 and the other carries a 2-methoxy-1-(methoxycarbonyl)vinyl substituent, also at C-2. An inhibitor of mitochondrial respiration by blocking electron transfer between cytochromes b and c1, it is used widely as a fungicide in agriculture.

azoxystrobin: a methoxyacrylate analog; a strobilurin fungicide; structure given in first source
aryloxypyrimidine;
enoate ester;
enol ether;
methoxyacrylate strobilurin antifungal agent;
methyl ester;
nitrile
antifungal agrochemical;
environmental contaminant;
mitochondrial cytochrome-bc1 complex inhibitor;
quinone outside inhibitor;
xenobiotic
uccf-029organic heterotricyclic compound;
organooxygen compound
gw 7647GW 7647 : A monocarboxylic acid that is 2-(phenylsulfanyl)isobutyric acid in which the phenyl group is substituted at the para- position by a 3-aza-7-cyclohexylhept-1-yl group in which the nitrogen is acylated by a (cyclohexylamino)carbonyl group.

GW 7647: a PPAR-alpha agonist; structure in first source
aryl sulfide;
monocarboxylic acid;
ureas
PPARalpha agonist
sodium dodecyl sulfatesodium dodecyl sulfate : An organic sodium salt that is the sodium salt of dodecyl hydrogen sulfate.

Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate: An anionic surfactant, usually a mixture of sodium alkyl sulfates, mainly the lauryl; lowers surface tension of aqueous solutions; used as fat emulsifier, wetting agent, detergent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and toothpastes; also as research tool in protein biochemistry.
organic sodium saltdetergent;
protein denaturant
quercetin7-hydroxyflavonol;
pentahydroxyflavone
antibacterial agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
Aurora kinase inhibitor;
chelator;
EC 1.10.99.2 [ribosyldihydronicotinamide dehydrogenase (quinone)] inhibitor;
geroprotector;
phytoestrogen;
plant metabolite;
protein kinase inhibitor;
radical scavenger
formononetin4'-methoxyisoflavones;
7-hydroxyisoflavones
phytoestrogen;
plant metabolite
acacetin5,7-dihydroxy-4'-methoxyflavone : A monomethoxyflavone that is the 4'-methyl ether derivative of apigenin.dihydroxyflavone;
monomethoxyflavone
anticonvulsant;
plant metabolite
apigeninChamomile: Common name for several daisy-like plants (MATRICARIA; TRIPLEUROSPERMUM; ANTHEMIS; CHAMAEMELUM) native to Europe and Western Asia, now naturalized in the United States and Australia.trihydroxyflavoneantineoplastic agent;
metabolite
luteolin3'-hydroxyflavonoid;
tetrahydroxyflavone
angiogenesis inhibitor;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
apoptosis inducer;
c-Jun N-terminal kinase inhibitor;
EC 2.3.1.85 (fatty acid synthase) inhibitor;
immunomodulator;
nephroprotective agent;
plant metabolite;
radical scavenger;
vascular endothelial growth factor receptor antagonist
linoleic acidlinoleic acid : An octadecadienoic acid in which the two double bonds are at positions 9 and 12 and have Z (cis) stereochemistry.

Linoleic Acid: A doubly unsaturated fatty acid, occurring widely in plant glycosides. It is an essential fatty acid in mammalian nutrition and is used in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and cell membranes. (From Stedman, 26th ed)
octadecadienoic acid;
omega-6 fatty acid
algal metabolite;
Daphnia galeata metabolite;
plant metabolite
chrysoeriol4',5,7-trihydroxy-3'-methoxyflavone : The 3'-O-methyl derivative of luteolin.

chrysoeriol: isolated from leaves of Eurya japonica & E. emarginata
monomethoxyflavone;
trihydroxyflavone
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
metabolite
kaempferol7-hydroxyflavonol;
flavonols;
tetrahydroxyflavone
antibacterial agent;
geroprotector;
human blood serum metabolite;
human urinary metabolite;
human xenobiotic metabolite;
plant metabolite
baicaleintrihydroxyflavoneangiogenesis inhibitor;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antibacterial agent;
anticoronaviral agent;
antifungal agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
apoptosis inducer;
EC 1.13.11.31 (arachidonate 12-lipoxygenase) inhibitor;
EC 1.13.11.33 (arachidonate 15-lipoxygenase) inhibitor;
EC 3.4.21.26 (prolyl oligopeptidase) inhibitor;
EC 3.4.22.69 (SARS coronavirus main proteinase) inhibitor;
EC 4.1.1.17 (ornithine decarboxylase) inhibitor;
ferroptosis inhibitor;
geroprotector;
hormone antagonist;
plant metabolite;
prostaglandin antagonist;
radical scavenger
chrysinchrysin : A dihydroxyflavone in which the two hydroxy groups are located at positions 5 and 7.7-hydroxyflavonol;
dihydroxyflavone
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
EC 2.7.11.18 (myosin-light-chain kinase) inhibitor;
hepatoprotective agent;
plant metabolite
diosmetin3'-hydroxyflavonoid;
monomethoxyflavone;
trihydroxyflavone
angiogenesis inhibitor;
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
apoptosis inducer;
bone density conservation agent;
cardioprotective agent;
plant metabolite;
tropomyosin-related kinase B receptor agonist;
vasodilator agent
galangin5,7-dihydroxyflavonol: antimicrobial from the twigs of Populus nigra x Populus deltoides; structure in first source

galangin : A 7-hydroxyflavonol with additional hydroxy groups at positions 3 and 5 respectively; a growth inhibitor of breast tumor cells.
7-hydroxyflavonol;
trihydroxyflavone
antimicrobial agent;
EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor;
plant metabolite
genkwaningenkwanin : A monomethoxyflavone that is apigenin in which the hydroxy group at position 7 is methylated.

genkwanin: structure
dihydroxyflavone;
monomethoxyflavone
metabolite
3-methylquercetinisorhamnetin : A monomethoxyflavone that is quercetin in which the hydroxy group at position 3' is replaced by a methoxy group.7-hydroxyflavonol;
monomethoxyflavone;
tetrahydroxyflavone
anticoagulant;
EC 1.14.18.1 (tyrosinase) inhibitor;
metabolite
kaempferidekaempferide : A monomethoxyflavone that is the 4'-O-methyl derivative of kaempferol.

kaempferide: structure in first source
7-hydroxyflavonol;
monomethoxyflavone;
trihydroxyflavone
antihypertensive agent;
metabolite
myricetin7-hydroxyflavonol;
hexahydroxyflavone
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor;
food component;
geroprotector;
hypoglycemic agent;
plant metabolite
scutellareinscutellarein : Flavone substituted with hydroxy groups at C-4', -5, -6 and -7.

scutellarein: aglycone of scutellarin from Scutellaria baicalensis; carthamidin is 2S isomer of scutellarein; do not confuse with isoscutellarein and/or isocarthamidin which are respective regioisomers, or with the scutelarin protein
tetrahydroxyflavonemetabolite
tamarixetintamarixetin : A monomethoxyflavone that is quercetin methylated at position O-4'. Isolated from Cyperus teneriffae.

tamarixetin: isolated from Costsus spicatus
7-hydroxyflavonol;
monomethoxyflavone;
tetrahydroxyflavone
antioxidant;
metabolite
trans-2,3',4,5'-tetrahydroxystilbenetrans-2,3',4,5'-tetrahydroxystilbene: hydroxystilbene oxyresveratrolstilbenoid
pterostilbenediether;
methoxybenzenes;
stilbenol
anti-inflammatory agent;
antineoplastic agent;
antioxidant;
apoptosis inducer;
hypoglycemic agent;
neuroprotective agent;
neurotransmitter;
plant metabolite;
radical scavenger
psi-baptigeninpseudobaptigenin : A member of the class of 7-hydroxyisoflavones that is 7-hydroxyisoflavone and in which the phenyl group at position 3 is replaced by a 1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl group.7-hydroxyisoflavones;
benzodioxoles
antiprotozoal drug;
plant metabolite
n-oleoylethanolamineN-oleoylethanolamine: ceramidase inhibitor

oleoyl ethanolamide : An N-(long-chain-acyl)ethanolamine that is the ethanolamide of oleic acid. The monounsaturated analogue of the endocannabinoid anandamide.
endocannabinoid;
N-(long-chain-acyl)ethanolamine;
N-acylethanolamine 18:1
EC 3.5.1.23 (ceramidase) inhibitor;
geroprotector;
PPARalpha agonist
4-(2-(5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-5,5,8,8-tetramethyl-2-naphthalenyl)-1-propenyl)benzoic acid4-(2-(5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-5,5,8,8-tetramethyl-2-naphthalenyl)-1-propenyl)benzoic acid: RN refers to (E)-isomer; structure given in first source

arotinoid acid : A retinoid that consists of benzoic acid substituted at position 4 by a 2-(5,5,8,8-tetramethyl-5,6,7,8-tetrahydronaphthalen-2-yl)prop-1-en-1-yl group. It is a synthetic retinoid that acts as a selective agonist for the retinoic acid receptors (RAR).
benzoic acids;
naphthalenes;
retinoid
antineoplastic agent;
retinoic acid receptor agonist;
teratogenic agent
2,4,3',5'-tetramethoxystilbene2,4,3',5'-tetramethoxystilbene: potent inhibitor of human cytochrome P450 1B1; an antihypertensive agent; structure in first source
3,3',4,5'-tetramethoxy-trans-stilbene(E)-3,4,3',5'-tetramethoxystilbene: from the leaves of Eugenia rigida; structure in first source
3,4',5-trimethoxystilbene3,4',5-trimethoxystilbene: structure in first source
pinostilbene3-methoxy-4',5-dihydroxy-trans-stilbene : A stilbenoid that is trans-resveratrol in which one of the meta-hydroxy groups is converted to the corresponding methyl ether.

pinostilbene: structure in first source
stilbenol
methylbenzethonium chloridealkylbenzene
3,5-dihydroxy-4'-methoxystilbene4'-methoxyresveratrol: has anti-inflammatory effects in cell culture model
pregna-4,17-diene-3,16-dionepregna-4,17-diene-3,16-dione: steroid from guggulu extract; RN & N1 from C1 Form index; RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation; structure in first source; antagonist of farnesoid X receptor3-hydroxy steroidandrogen
amorphastilbolamorphastilbol: dual PPARalpha/gamma agonist from Amorpha species
gw 1929GW 1929: activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma; structure in first sourcebenzophenones
l-1650414-(3-(2-propyl-3-hydroxy-4-acetyl)phenoxy)propyloxyphenoxy acetic acid: a PPAR-delta agonist has regulatory effects on a variety of adipokines, and these effects might explain some of their metabolic function.aromatic ketone
pd 404182
alpha-glutamyltryptophanTrp-Glu : A dipeptide formed from L-tryptophan and L-glutamic acid residues.dipeptidemetabolite
eupatorin-5-methyl ethereupatorin-5-methyl ether: has antineoplastic activity; structure in first source
6-(4-chlorophenyl)imidazo(2,1-b)(1,3)thiazole-5-carbaldehyde o-(3,4-dichlorobenzyl)oxime6-(4-chlorophenyl)imidazo(2,1-b)(1,3)thiazole-5-carbaldehyde O-(3,4-dichlorobenzyl)oxime: a constitutive androstane receptor agonist; structure in first source
gw 501516GW 501516 : An aromatic ether that is phenoxyacetic acid in which the phenyl group is substituted at position 2 by a methyl group and at position 4 by a (1,3-thiazol-5-ylmethyl)sulfanediyl group, and in which the 1,3-thiazolyl group is substituted at positions 2 and 4 by p-trifluoromethylphenyl and methyl groups, respectively.

GW 501516: a selective PPARdelta agonist; structure in first source
1,3-thiazoles;
aromatic ether;
aryl sulfide;
monocarboxylic acid;
organofluorine compound
carcinogenic agent;
PPARbeta/delta agonist
tzd 18
gft505
gw 9578GW 9578: a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha agonist; structure in first source
gw 7845GW 7845: ligand of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma; structure in first source
naveglitazarnaveglitazar: LY-519818 is the (alpha-S)-isomer; an antidiabetic agent; structure in first sourcearomatic ether
ly 465608LY 465608: a nonthiazolidinedione agonist of both PPAR-alpha and PPAR-gamma of Ligand Pharm. and Eli Lilly
l 796449L 796449: a peroxisomal proliferator-activated receptor-gamma agonist; structure in first source
sorbitan monooleatefatty acid ester
pifithrin-alpha
gw0742GW 610742: structure in first sourcemonocarboxylic acid
3-chloro-4-(3-(7-propyl-3-trifluoromethyl-6-benzisoxazolyl)propylthio)phenylacetic acid
ns-220
bm 131246
gw 5907352-methyl-2-(4-(((4-methyl-2-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)-thiazol-5-ylcarbonyl)amino)methyl)phenoxy)propionic acid: an HDLc raising agent; structure in first source
aleglitazaraleglitazar: a dual peroxisome PPAR-alpha and PPAR-gamma agonist for type 2 diabetes
sotrastaurinsotrastaurin : A member of the class of maleimides that is maleimide which is substituted at position 3 by an indol-3-yl group and at position 4 by a quinazolin-4-yl group, which in turn is substituted at position 2 by a 4-methylpiperazin-1-yl group. It is a potent and selective inhibitor of protein kinase C and has been investigated as an immunosuppresant in renal transplant patients.

sotrastaurin: a potent protein kinase C-selective inhibitor; structure in first source
indoles;
maleimides;
N-alkylpiperazine;
N-arylpiperazine;
quinazolines
anticoronaviral agent;
EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor;
immunosuppressive agent
mbx-8025seladelpar: PPAR-delta agonist
mesosulfuron-methylmesosulfuron-methyl: an herbicide
lt175
gw9508GW9508: structure in first sourcearomatic amine
cannabidivarincannabidivarin: from Cannabis sativamonoterpenoid
bms 687453
amorfrutin aamorfrutin A: an antidiabetic agent that inhibits NF-kappaB activation; structure in first sourcestilbenoid
sarkosylsarkosyl: RN given is for sarkosyl L, the parent cpd; structure
docusate sodiumorganic sodium salt
amorfrutin bamorfrutin B: structure in first source
ys 1212-(4-chloro-6-(2,3-dimethylphenylamino)pyrimidin-2-ylthio)octanoic acid: inhibits microsomal prostaglanding E2 synthase; structure in first sourcemedium-chain fatty acid
10-nitro-oleic acid(9E)-10-nitrooctadecenoic acid : A nitro fatty acid that is (9E)-octadec-9-enoic (elaidic) acid substituted by a nitro group at position 10.

10-nitro-oleic acid: structure in first source
long-chain fatty acid;
monounsaturated fatty acid;
nitro fatty acid
human metabolite
17-dihydroexemestane
gsk0660GSK0660: PPAR antagonist; structure in first sourcesulfonamide
kaf156ganaplacide: antimalarial
omega-n-allylarginineomega-N-allylarginine: inhibitor of nitric oxide synthase; structure given in first source
ly 518674LY 518674: a peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha agonist; structure in first source