Target type: biologicalprocess
Any process involved in the maintenance of an internal steady state of triglyceride within an organism or cell. [GOC:BHF, GOC:mah]
Triglyceride homeostasis is a complex biological process that involves the regulation of triglyceride (TG) levels in the body. TGs are the main form of fat stored in the body and are essential for energy storage, insulation, and protection of organs. The process of TG homeostasis involves a delicate balance between the synthesis, uptake, and breakdown of TGs.
**1. Synthesis:**
* **Lipogenesis:** TGs are synthesized in the liver from excess dietary carbohydrates and proteins.
* **Dietary fat:** A portion of dietary fat is directly absorbed into the bloodstream and transported to various tissues for storage.
**2. Uptake:**
* **Lipoprotein lipase (LPL):** This enzyme breaks down TGs in lipoproteins (like chylomicrons and very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDLs)) into free fatty acids (FFAs) and glycerol. These are then taken up by tissues for energy or storage.
**3. Breakdown:**
* **Lipolysis:** When energy is needed, TGs stored in adipose tissue are broken down into FFAs and glycerol by hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL).
* **Hepatic lipase:** This enzyme is mainly responsible for clearing remnant lipoproteins from the bloodstream, contributing to TG homeostasis.
**4. Regulation:**
* **Hormonal control:** Several hormones regulate TG homeostasis, including insulin, glucagon, growth hormone, and cortisol. Insulin promotes TG synthesis and storage, while glucagon and growth hormone stimulate lipolysis.
* **Nutritional factors:** Dietary intake of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins influences TG levels. High-fat diets can lead to elevated TG levels.
* **Genetics:** Individual genetic variations can influence TG levels and the efficiency of TG metabolism.
**5. Role of the Liver:**
* The liver plays a central role in TG homeostasis by synthesizing, storing, and releasing TGs. It also produces VLDL, which transports TGs to other tissues.
**6. Role of Adipose Tissue:**
* Adipose tissue serves as the main storage site for TGs. It can store large amounts of TGs and release them when needed.
**7. Consequences of Dysregulation:**
* **Hypertriglyceridemia:** Elevated TG levels in the blood can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, pancreatitis, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
* **Hypoglycemia:** Low TG levels can lead to hypoglycemia, especially during fasting.
**Overall, maintaining TG homeostasis is crucial for metabolic health and overall well-being. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and adequate sleep can contribute to balanced TG levels.**'
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| Protein | Definition | Taxonomy |
|---|---|---|
| Group XIIB secretory phospholipase A2-like protein | A group XIIB secretory phospholipase A2-like protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q9BX93] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Scavenger receptor class B member 1 | A scavenger receptor class B member 1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q8WTV0] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Glucokinase regulatory protein | A glucokinase regulatory protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q14397] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Oxysterols receptor LXR-alpha | An oxysterols receptor LXR-alpha that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:Q13133] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Hepatocyte nuclear factor 4-alpha | A hepatocyte nuclear factor 4-alpha that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P41235] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Nuclear receptor ROR-alpha | A nuclear receptor ROR-alpha that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P35398] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Adenosine receptor A1 | An adenosine receptor A1 that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:WCB, UniProtKB:P30542] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Cholesteryl ester transfer protein | A cholesteryl ester transfer protein that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P11597] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Hepatic triacylglycerol lipase | A hepatic triacylglycerol lipase that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P11150] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Lipoprotein lipase | A lipoprotein lipase that is encoded in the genome of human. [PRO:DNx, UniProtKB:P06858] | Homo sapiens (human) |
| Compound | Definition | Classes | Roles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9-ethyladenine | |||
| niacin | Niacin: A water-soluble vitamin of the B complex occurring in various animal and plant tissues. It is required by the body for the formation of coenzymes NAD and NADP. It has PELLAGRA-curative, vasodilating, and antilipemic properties. nicotinic acid : A pyridinemonocarboxylic acid that is pyridine in which the hydrogen at position 3 is replaced by a carboxy group. vitamin B3 : Any member of a group of vitamers that belong to the chemical structural class called pyridines that exhibit biological activity against vitamin B3 deficiency. Vitamin B3 deficiency causes a condition known as pellagra whose symptoms include depression, dermatitis and diarrhea. The vitamers include nicotinic acid and nicotinamide (and their ionized and salt forms). | pyridine alkaloid; pyridinemonocarboxylic acid; vitamin B3 | antidote; antilipemic drug; EC 3.5.1.19 (nicotinamidase) inhibitor; Escherichia coli metabolite; human urinary metabolite; metabolite; mouse metabolite; plant metabolite; vasodilator agent |
| 1,3-dipropyl-8-cyclopentylxanthine | DPCPX : An oxopurine that is 7H-xanthine substituted at positions 1 and 3 by propyl groups and at position 8 by a cyclohexyl group. | oxopurine | adenosine A1 receptor antagonist; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor |
| enprofylline | enprofylline : Xanthine bearing a propyl substituent at position 3. A bronchodilator, it is used for the symptomatic treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and in the management of cerebrovascular insufficiency, sickle cell disease, and diabetic neuropathy. | oxopurine | anti-arrhythmia drug; anti-asthmatic drug; bronchodilator agent; non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug |
| 8-phenyltheophylline | 8-phenyltheophylline: purinergic P1 receptor antagonist | ||
| theophylline | dimethylxanthine | adenosine receptor antagonist; anti-asthmatic drug; anti-inflammatory agent; bronchodilator agent; drug metabolite; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; fungal metabolite; human blood serum metabolite; immunomodulator; muscle relaxant; vasodilator agent | |
| caffeine | purine alkaloid; trimethylxanthine | adenosine A2A receptor antagonist; adenosine receptor antagonist; adjuvant; central nervous system stimulant; diuretic; EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; environmental contaminant; food additive; fungal metabolite; geroprotector; human blood serum metabolite; mouse metabolite; mutagen; plant metabolite; psychotropic drug; ryanodine receptor agonist; xenobiotic | |
| cgs 15943 | 9-chloro-2-(2-furyl)-(1,2,4)triazolo(1,5-c)quinazolin-5-imine: non-xanthine triazoloquinazoline adenosine antagonist CGS 15943 : A member of the class of triazoloquinazolines that is [1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-c]quinazoline substited at positions 2, 5 and 9 by furan-2-yl, amino and chloro groups respectively. A potent antagonist at adenosine A1 and adenosine A2A receptors. | aromatic amine; biaryl; furans; organochlorine compound; primary amino compound; quinazolines; triazoloquinazoline | adenosine A1 receptor antagonist; adenosine A2A receptor antagonist; antineoplastic agent; central nervous system stimulant |
| clotrimazole | conazole antifungal drug; imidazole antifungal drug; imidazoles; monochlorobenzenes | antiinfective agent; environmental contaminant; xenobiotic | |
| econazole | 1-{2-(4-chlorobenzyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl}imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that is 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-yl)ethanol in which the hydroxyl hydrogen is replaced by a 4-chlorobenzyl group. econazole : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-econazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections. Econazole: An imidazole derivative that is commonly used as a topical antifungal agent. | dichlorobenzene; ether; imidazoles; monochlorobenzenes | |
| 1-methyl-3-isobutylxanthine | 1-Methyl-3-isobutylxanthine: A potent cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase inhibitor; due to this action, the compound increases cyclic AMP and cyclic GMP in tissue and thereby activates CYCLIC NUCLEOTIDE-REGULATED PROTEIN KINASES 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine : An oxopurine that is xanthine which is substituted at positions 1 and 3 by methyl and isobutyl groups, respectively. | 3-isobutyl-1-methylxanthine | |
| nocodazole | aromatic ketone; benzimidazoles; carbamate ester; thiophenes | antimitotic; antineoplastic agent; microtubule-destabilising agent; tubulin modulator | |
| miconazole | 1-[2-(2,4-dichlorobenzyloxy)-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)ethyl]imidazole : A member of the class of imidazoles that is 1-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-2-(imidazol-1-yl)ethanol in which the hydroxyl hydrogen is replaced by a 2,4-dichlorobenzyl group. miconazole : A racemate composed of equimolar amounts of (R)- and (S)-miconazole. Used (as its nitrate salt) to treat skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm and other fungal skin infections. It inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol, a critical component of fungal cell membranes. Miconazole: An imidazole antifungal agent that is used topically and by intravenous infusion. | dichlorobenzene; ether; imidazoles | |
| n 0840 | N(6)-cyclopentyl-9-methyladenine: selective, orally active A(1) adenosine receptor antagonist | ||
| nifedipine | Nifedipine: A potent vasodilator agent with calcium antagonistic action. It is a useful anti-anginal agent that also lowers blood pressure. | C-nitro compound; dihydropyridine; methyl ester | calcium channel blocker; human metabolite; tocolytic agent; vasodilator agent |
| tinoridine | tinoridine: proposed anti-inflammatory agent; minor descriptor (75-86); on-line & INDEX MEDICUS seach PYRIDINES (75-86) | thienopyridine | |
| 8-(4-((2-aminoethyl)aminocarbonylmethyloxy)phenyl)-1,3-dipropylxanthine | 8-(4-((2-aminoethyl)aminocarbonylmethyloxy)phenyl)-1,3-dipropylxanthine: adenosine receptor antagonist | ||
| triiodothyronine | 3,3',5-triiodo-L-thyronine : An iodothyronine compound having iodo substituents at the 3-, 3'- and 5-positions. Although some is produced in the thyroid, most of the 3,3',5-triiodo-L-thyronine in the body is generated by mono-deiodination of L-thyroxine in the peripheral tissues. Its metabolic activity is about 3 to 5 times that of L-thyroxine. The sodium salt is used in the treatment of hypothyroidism. Triiodothyronine: A T3 thyroid hormone normally synthesized and secreted by the thyroid gland in much smaller quantities than thyroxine (T4). Most T3 is derived from peripheral monodeiodination of T4 at the 5' position of the outer ring of the iodothyronine nucleus. The hormone finally delivered and used by the tissues is mainly T3. | 2-halophenol; amino acid zwitterion; iodophenol; iodothyronine | human metabolite; mouse metabolite; thyroid hormone |
| adenosine monophosphate | Adenosine Monophosphate: Adenine nucleotide containing one phosphate group esterified to the sugar moiety in the 2'-, 3'-, or 5'-position. | adenosine 5'-phosphate; purine ribonucleoside 5'-monophosphate | adenosine A1 receptor agonist; cofactor; EC 3.1.3.1 (alkaline phosphatase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.3.11 (fructose-bisphosphatase) inhibitor; fundamental metabolite; micronutrient; nutraceutical |
| 6-phenyl-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine | 6-phenyl-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diamine: structure in first source | ||
| 2-chloroadenosine | 5-chloroformycin A: structure given in first source | purine nucleoside | |
| azacitidine | 5-azacytidine : An N-glycosyl-1,3,5-triazine that is 4-amino-1,3,5-triazin-2(1H)-one substituted by a beta-D-ribofuranosyl residue via an N-glycosidic linkage. An antineoplastic agent, it is used in the treatment of myeloid leukaemia. Azacitidine: A pyrimidine analogue that inhibits DNA methyltransferase, impairing DNA methylation. It is also an antimetabolite of cytidine, incorporated primarily into RNA. Azacytidine has been used as an antineoplastic agent. | N-glycosyl-1,3,5-triazine; nucleoside analogue | antineoplastic agent |
| alpha-naphthoflavone | alpha-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 |
| 9-benzyladenine | |||
| 3-deazaadenosine | 3-deazaadenosine: RN given refers to parent cpd. | ||
| 1-deoxynojirimycin | 1-deoxy-nojirimycin: structure in first source duvoglustat : An optically active form of 2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol having 2R,3R,4R,5S-configuration. | 2-(hydroxymethyl)piperidine-3,4,5-triol; piperidine alkaloid | anti-HIV agent; anti-obesity agent; bacterial metabolite; EC 3.2.1.20 (alpha-glucosidase) inhibitor; hepatoprotective agent; hypoglycemic agent; plant metabolite |
| ribavirin | Rebetron: Rebetron is tradename | 1-ribosyltriazole; aromatic amide; monocarboxylic acid amide; primary carboxamide | anticoronaviral agent; antiinfective agent; antimetabolite; antiviral agent; EC 2.7.7.49 (RNA-directed DNA polymerase) inhibitor |
| mefloquine | (-)-(11S,2'R)-erythro-mefloquine : An optically active form of [2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-(2-piperidyl)methanol having (-)-(11S,2'R)-erythro-configuration. An antimalarial agent, used in racemic form, which acts as a blood schizonticide; its mechanism of action is unknown. | [2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-(2-piperidyl)methanol | antimalarial |
| r 6597 | 2-nitronaphtho(2,1-b)furan: structure given in first source | ||
| lovastatin | lovastatin : A fatty acid ester that is mevastatin carrying an additional methyl group on the carbobicyclic skeleton. It is used in as an anticholesteremic drug and has been found in fungal species such as Aspergillus terreus and Pleurotus ostreatus (oyster mushroom). Lovastatin: A fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Aspergillus terreus. The compound is a potent anticholesteremic agent. It inhibits 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HYDROXYMETHYLGLUTARYL COA REDUCTASES), which is the rate-limiting enzyme in cholesterol biosynthesis. It also stimulates the production of low-density lipoprotein receptors in the liver. | delta-lactone; fatty acid ester; hexahydronaphthalenes; polyketide; statin (naturally occurring) | anticholesteremic drug; antineoplastic agent; Aspergillus metabolite; prodrug |
| rimcazole | rimcazole: RN given refers to (cis)-isomer; structure given in first source | carbazoles | |
| 2-nitro-7-methoxynaphtho(2-1b)furan | 2-nitro-7-methoxynaphtho(2-1b)furan: structure given in first source | ||
| 2-nitro-8-methoxynaphtho(2,1-b)furan | |||
| adenosine | quinquefolan B: isolated from roots of Panax quinquefolium L.; RN not in Chemline 10/87; RN from Toxlit | adenosines; purines D-ribonucleoside | analgesic; anti-arrhythmia drug; fundamental metabolite; human metabolite; vasodilator agent |
| rolofylline | rolofylline: selective antagonist for adenosine receptors; a cardiovascular agent | oxopurine | |
| ursolic acid | hydroxy monocarboxylic acid; pentacyclic triterpenoid | geroprotector; plant metabolite | |
| betulinic acid | hydroxy monocarboxylic acid; pentacyclic triterpenoid | anti-HIV agent; anti-inflammatory agent; antimalarial; antineoplastic agent; EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor; plant metabolite | |
| 25-hydroxycholesterol | 25-hydroxy steroid; oxysterol | human metabolite | |
| metrifudil | |||
| 9-methyladenine | 9-methyladenine : Adenine substituted with a methyl group at position N-9. | methyladenine | metabolite |
| 7-methyladenine | 7-methyladenine : Adenine substituted with a methyl group at position N-7. 7-methyladenine: potential marker for monitoring exposure to methylatingcarcinogens | methyladenine | metabolite |
| 9-(2,3-dihydroxypropyl)adenine, (s)-isomer | |||
| 8-bromoadenine | 8-bromoadenine: affects DNA repair | ||
| bexarotene | benzoic acids; naphthalenes; retinoid | antineoplastic agent | |
| n(6)-benzyladenosine | N(6)-benzyladenosine: RN given refers to parent cpd | ||
| 5-methylcytidine | methylcytidine | ||
| 3 beta-hydroxy-delta 5-cholenic acid | steroid | ||
| podocarpic acid | podocarpic acid : An abietane diterpenoid lacking the isopropyl substituent with an aromatic C-ring and a hydroxy group at the 12-position. podocarpic acid: structure | abietane diterpenoid | |
| phenylisopropyladenosine | aromatic amine; benzenes; hydrocarbyladenosine; purine nucleoside; secondary amino compound | adenosine A1 receptor agonist; neuroprotective agent | |
| 5'-n-methylcarboxamideadenosine | 5'-N-methylcarboxamideadenosine: RN given refers to (beta-D)-isomer | ||
| n(6)-phenyladenosine | purine nucleoside | ||
| n-methyladenosine | N-methyladenosine: is a inhibitor of cell differentiation N(6)-methyladenosine : A methyladenosine compound with one methyl group attached to N(6) of the adenine nucleobase. | methyladenosine | |
| 2'-o-methyladenosine | cordysinin B : A member of the class of adenosines that is adenosine in which the hydroxy group at position 2' is replaced by a methoxy group. It has been isolated from the mycelia of Cordyceps sinensis. | adenosines; ether | fungal metabolite |
| (20s)-20-hydroxycholesterol | 20-hydroxycholesterol : An oxysterol that is cholesterol substituted by a hydroxy group at position 20. 20-hydroxycholesterol: RN given refers to (20S)-isomer | 20-hydroxy steroid; 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid; oxysterol | human metabolite; mouse metabolite |
| 24-hydroxycholesterol | (24S)-24-hydroxycholesterol : A 24-hydroxycholesterol that has S configuration at position 24. It is the major metabolic breakdown product of cholesterol in the brain. | 24-hydroxycholesterol | biomarker; human blood serum metabolite; mouse metabolite |
| pd 81723 | PD 81723: adenosine binding enhancer; structure given in first source | ||
| n(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)-5'-n-methylcarboxamidoadenosine | 3-iodobenzyl-5'-N-methylcarboxamidoadenosine : A derivative of adenosine in which the 5'-hydroxymethyl group is replaced by N-ethylcarboxamido and one of the hydrogens of the exocyclic amino function is substituted by a 3-iodobenzyl group. N(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)-5'-N-methylcarboxamidoadenosine: structure given in first source; a selective A(3) adenosine receptor agonist | adenosines; monocarboxylic acid amide; organoiodine compound | adenosine A3 receptor agonist |
| 2-chloro-n(6)cyclopentyladenosine | 2-chloro-N(6)cyclopentyladenosine: highly selective agonist at A1 adenosine receptors | ||
| 27-hydroxycholesterol | (25R)-cholest-5-ene-3beta,26-diol : A 26-hydroxycholesterol in which the 25-position has R-configuration. | 26-hydroxycholesterol | apoptosis inducer; human metabolite; mouse metabolite; neuroprotective agent |
| adenosine amine congener | adenosine amine congener: a highly potent & selective adenosine A1 receptor agonist | ||
| 8-(4-carboxymethyloxy)phenyl-1,3-dipropylxanthine | 8-(4-carboxymethyloxy)phenyl-1,3-dipropylxanthine: used to localize adenosine receptors in the brain | ||
| 7-bromoeudistomine d | 7-bromoeudistomine D: inducer of calcium release from fragmented sarcoplasmic reticulum | ||
| cyanidin | cyanidin cation : An anthocyanidin cation that is flavylium substituted at positions 3, 3', 4', 5 and 7 by hydroxy groups. cyanidin: RN given refers to parent cpd; structure | 5-hydroxyanthocyanidin | antioxidant; metabolite; neuroprotective agent |
| kfm 19 | KFM 19: a potential cognitive enhancer and a selective adenosine A1 receptor antagonist | ||
| 8-cyclopentyl-3-(3-((4-(fluorosulfonyl)benzoyl)oxy)propyl)-1-propylxanthine | 8-cyclopentyl-3-(3-((4-(fluorosulfonyl)benzoyl)oxy)propyl)-1-propylxanthine: structure given in first source | ||
| 3-octylthio-1,1,1-trifluoro-2-propanone | 3-octylthio-1,1,1-trifluoro-2-propanone: a pesticide synergist; inhibits juvenile hormone esterase | ||
| varespladib | aromatic ether; benzenes; dicarboxylic acid monoamide; indoles; monocarboxylic acid; primary carboxamide | anti-inflammatory drug; antidote; EC 3.1.1.4 (phospholipase A2) inhibitor | |
| tecadenoson | tecadenoson: an A1 adenosine receptor agonist | ||
| torcetrapib | (trifluoromethyl)benzenes; carbamate ester; quinolines | anticholesteremic drug; CETP inhibitor | |
| 1-deazaadenosine | 1-deazaadenosine: inhibits nucleic acid & protein synthesis; structure given in first source | ||
| (22r)-22-hydroxycholesterol | (22R)-22-hydroxycholesterol : An oxysterol that is the 22R-hydroxy derivative of cholesterol. | 22-hydroxy steroid; 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid; oxysterol | |
| 22s-hydroxycholesterol | (22S)-22-hydroxycholesterol : An oxysterol that is the 22S-hydroxy derivative of cholesterol. | 22-hydroxy steroid; 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid; oxysterol | |
| sb 203580 | imidazoles; monofluorobenzenes; pyridines; sulfoxide | EC 2.7.11.1 (non-specific serine/threonine protein kinase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.11.24 (mitogen-activated protein kinase) inhibitor; geroprotector; Hsp90 inhibitor; neuroprotective agent | |
| zm 241385 | ZM 241385: a high affinity radioligand selective for the A2a adenosine receptor | diamino-1,3,5-triazine | |
| sch 58261 | triazolopyrimidines | ||
| 2-(4-morpholinoanilino)-6-cyclohexylaminopurine | 2-(4-morpholinoanilino)-6-cyclohexylaminopurine: structure in first source | morpholines; purines; secondary amino compound; tertiary amino compound | adenosine A3 receptor antagonist; antineoplastic agent; Aurora kinase inhibitor; cell dedifferentiation agent |
| regadenoson | purine nucleoside | ||
| mrs 1067 | 3,6-dichloro-2'-isopropyloxy-4'-methylflavone: structure in first source | ||
| mrs 1220 | 9-chloro-2-(2-furyl)-5-phenylacetylamino(1,2,4)triazolo(1,5-c)quinazoline: structure in first source | quinazolines | |
| tretinoin | all-trans-retinoic acid : A retinoic acid in which all four exocyclic double bonds have E- (trans-) geometry. retinoic acid : A retinoid consisting of 3,7-dimethylnona-2,4,6,8-tetraenoic acid substituted at position 9 by a 2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl group (geometry of the four exocyclic double bonds is not specified). Tretinoin: An important regulator of GENE EXPRESSION during growth and development, and in NEOPLASMS. Tretinoin, also known as retinoic acid and derived from maternal VITAMIN A, is essential for normal GROWTH; and EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT. An excess of tretinoin can be teratogenic. It is used in the treatment of PSORIASIS; ACNE VULGARIS; and several other SKIN DISEASES. It has also been approved for use in promyelocytic leukemia (LEUKEMIA, PROMYELOCYTIC, ACUTE). | retinoic acid; vitamin A | anti-inflammatory agent; antineoplastic agent; antioxidant; AP-1 antagonist; human metabolite; keratolytic drug; retinoic acid receptor agonist; retinoid X receptor agonist; signalling molecule |
| gw 3965 | GW 3965: a liver X receptor ligand | diarylmethane | |
| t0901317 | T0901317: an LXRalpha and LXRbeta agonist | ||
| adenosine-5'-(n-ethylcarboxamide) | Adenosine-5'-(N-ethylcarboxamide): A stable adenosine A1 and A2 receptor agonist. Experimentally, it inhibits cAMP and cGMP phosphodiesterase activity. N-ethyl-5'-carboxamidoadenosine : A derivative of adenosine in which the 5'-hydroxymethyl group is replaced by an N-ethylcarboxamido group. | adenosines; monocarboxylic acid amide | adenosine A1 receptor agonist; adenosine A2A receptor agonist; antineoplastic agent; EC 3.1.4.* (phosphoric diester hydrolase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
| diethylstilbestrol | diethylstilbestrol : An olefinic compound that is trans-hex-3-ene in which the hydrogens at positions 3 and 4 have been replaced by p-hydroxyphenyl groups. Diethylstilbestrol: A synthetic nonsteroidal estrogen used in the treatment of menopausal and postmenopausal disorders. It was also used formerly as a growth promoter in animals. According to the Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985), diethylstilbestrol has been listed as a known carcinogen. (Merck, 11th ed) | olefinic compound; polyphenol | antifungal agent; antineoplastic agent; autophagy inducer; calcium channel blocker; carcinogenic agent; EC 1.1.1.146 (11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase) inhibitor; EC 3.6.3.10 (H(+)/K(+)-exchanging ATPase) inhibitor; endocrine disruptor; xenoestrogen |
| alitretinoin | Alitretinoin: A retinoid that is used for the treatment of chronic hand ECZEMA unresponsive to topical CORTICOSTEROIDS. It is also used to treat cutaneous lesions associated with AIDS-related KAPOSI SARCOMA. | retinoic acid | antineoplastic agent; keratolytic drug; metabolite; retinoid X receptor agonist |
| roflumilast | aromatic ether; benzamides; chloropyridine; cyclopropanes; organofluorine compound | anti-asthmatic drug; phosphodiesterase IV inhibitor | |
| wr-142,490 | (+)-(11R,2'S)-erythro-mefloquine : An optically active form of [2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-(2-piperidyl)methanol having (+)-(11R,2'S)-erythro-configuration. An antimalarial agent, used in racemic form, which acts as a blood schizonticide; its mechanism of action is unknown. | [2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]-(2-piperidyl)methanol | antimalarial |
| delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol | 1-benzopyran | ||
| n(6)-cyclopentyladenosine | |||
| sch-202676 | SCH-202676: An allosteric modulator of both agonist and antagonist binding to G protein-coupled receptors; structure in first source | ||
| 5-amino-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-4-oxo-1-thieno[3,4-d]pyridazinecarboxylic acid ethyl ester | methoxybenzenes; substituted aniline | ||
| tamoxifen | stilbenoid; tertiary amino compound | angiogenesis inhibitor; antineoplastic agent; bone density conservation agent; EC 1.2.3.1 (aldehyde oxidase) inhibitor; EC 2.7.11.13 (protein kinase C) inhibitor; estrogen antagonist; estrogen receptor antagonist; estrogen receptor modulator | |
| 5-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-N-ethyl-3,4-dihydroxy-2-oxolanecarboxamide | purine nucleoside | ||
| orlistat | orlistat : A carboxylic ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of N-formyl-L-leucine with the hydroxy group of (3S,4S)-3-hexyl-4-[(2S)-2-hydroxytridecyl]oxetan-2-one. A pancreatic lipase inhibitor, it is used as an anti-obesity drug. Orlistat: A lactone derivative of LEUCINE that acts as a pancreatic lipase inhibitor to limit the absorption of dietary fat; it is used in the management of obesity. | beta-lactone; carboxylic ester; formamides; L-leucine derivative | anti-obesity agent; bacterial metabolite; EC 2.3.1.85 (fatty acid synthase) inhibitor; EC 3.1.1.3 (triacylglycerol lipase) inhibitor |
| fk 838 | FK 838: an adenosine subtype-1 receptor antagonist; structure given in first source | ||
| 2-chloro-n(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)adenosine-5'-n-methyluronamide | 2-chloro-N(6)-(3-iodobenzyl)adenosine-5'-N-methyluronamide: structure given in first source | ||
| adenosine-5'-(N-propyl)carboxamide | adenosine-5'-(N-propyl)carboxamide : A monocarboxylic acid amide that is the propyl amide of adenosine 5'-carboxylic acid. | adenosines; monocarboxylic acid amide | |
| 2-(4-(2-carboxyethyl)phenethylamino)-5'-n-ethylcarboxamidoadenosine | 2-(4-(2-carboxyethyl)phenethylamino)-5'-N-ethylcarboxamidoadenosine: A2 adenosine receptor agonist; structure given in first source CGS-21680 : A derivative of adenosine in which the 5'-hydroxymethyl group is replaced by N-ethylcarboxamido and the hydrogen at position 2 on the adenine is replaced by a 4-(2-carboxyethyl)phenethylamino group. | adenosines; dicarboxylic acid monoamide; monocarboxylic acid | adenosine A2A receptor agonist; anti-inflammatory agent |
| 24,25-epoxycholesterol | 24,25-epoxycholesterol: Rn given refers to (3alpha,5beta)-isomer; structure given in first source 24(S),25-epoxycholesterol : A 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid that is desmosterol in which the double bond at position 24-25 has been oxidised to the corresponding epoxide (the 24S diastereoisomer). It is an oxysterol agonist of the liver X receptor. | 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid; cholestanoid; epoxy steroid | liver X receptor agonist |
| mrs 1523 | 2,3-diethyl-4,5-dipropyl-6-phenylpyridine-3-thiocarboxylate-5-carboxylate: adenosine A3 receptor antagonist | ||
| 2-[[2-[2-(2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-6-ylamino)-2-oxoethyl]-1-oxo-5-isoquinolinyl]oxy]propanoic acid ethyl ester | isoquinolines | ||
| genistein | 7-hydroxyisoflavones | antineoplastic agent; EC 5.99.1.3 [DNA topoisomerase (ATP-hydrolysing)] inhibitor; geroprotector; human urinary metabolite; phytoestrogen; plant metabolite; tyrosine kinase inhibitor | |
| naloxone | naloxone : A synthetic morphinane alkaloid that is morphinone in which the enone double bond has been reduced to a single bond, the hydrogen at position 14 has been replaced by a hydroxy group, and the methyl group attached to the nitrogen has been replaced by an allyl group. A specific opioid antagonist, it is used (commonly as its hydrochloride salt) to reverse the effects of opioids, both following their use of opioids during surgery and in cases of known or suspected opioid overdose. Naloxone: A specific opiate antagonist that has no agonist activity. It is a competitive antagonist at mu, delta, and kappa opioid receptors. | morphinane alkaloid; organic heteropentacyclic compound; tertiary alcohol | antidote to opioid poisoning; central nervous system depressant; mu-opioid receptor antagonist |
| 17-(dimethylaminoethylamino)-17-demethoxygeldanamycin | 17-(dimethylaminoethylamino)-17-demethoxygeldanamycin: structure in first source alvespimycin : A 19-membered macrocyle that is geldanamycin in which the methoxy group attached to the benzoquinone moiety has been replaced by a 2-(N,N-dimethylamino)ethylamino group. | 1,4-benzoquinones; ansamycin; carbamate ester; secondary amino compound; tertiary amino compound | Hsp90 inhibitor |
| mre 3008-f20 | MRE 3008-F20: InChIKey: CJRNHKSLHHWUAB-UHFFFAOYSA-N | ||
| istradefylline | oxopurine | ||
| osip 339391 | UCS15A: from Streptomyces; structure in first source | ||
| psb 1115 | oxopurine | ||
| n-(1-methyl-2-phenylethyl)adenosine, (s)-isomer | |||
| 8-(3-chlorostyryl)caffeine | 8-(3-chlorostyryl)caffeine : Caffeine substituted at its 8-position by an (E)-3-chlorostyryl group. 8-(3-chlorostyryl)caffeine: adenosine antagonist | monochlorobenzenes; trimethylxanthine | adenosine A2A receptor antagonist; EC 1.4.3.4 (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor |
| isoalloxazine | isoalloxazine: structure | benzo[g]pteridine-2,4-dione | |
| enkephalin, ala(2)-mephe(4)-gly(5)- | peptide | ||
| 7-chloro-4-hydroxy-2-phenyl-1,8-naphthyridine | |||
| ciproxifan | aromatic ketone | ||
| piericidin a | piericidin A : A member of the class of monohydroxypyridines that acts as an irreversible mitochondrial Complex I inhibitor that strongly associates with ubiquinone binding sites in both mitochondrial and bacterial forms of NADH:ubiquinone oxidoreductase piericidin A: pyridine-substituted fatty alcohol antibiotic; minor descriptor (75-85); on-line & Index Medicus search ANTIBIOTICS (75-85); RN given refers to (S-(R*,R*-(all-E)))-isomer | aromatic ether; methylpyridines; monohydroxypyridine; secondary allylic alcohol | antimicrobial agent; bacterial metabolite; EC 1.6.5.3 [NADH:ubiquinone reductase (H(+)-translocating)] inhibitor; mitochondrial respiratory-chain inhibitor |
| bw a1433 | BW A1433: adenosine receptor antagonist | ||
| fk 453 | FK 453: adenosine A1 receptor antagonist; structure given in first source; a new antihypertensive agent with diuretic action in isolated rabbit aorta; FR113452 is the S-(-) enantiomer of FK 453 | ||
| pregna-4,17-diene-3,16-dione | pregna-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 receptor | 3-hydroxy steroid | androgen |
| kf 17837 | |||
| tanespimycin | CP 127374: analog of herbimycin A | 1,4-benzoquinones; ansamycin; carbamate ester; organic heterobicyclic compound; secondary amino compound | antineoplastic agent; apoptosis inducer; Hsp90 inhibitor |
| gw 1929 | GW 1929: activates peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor-gamma; structure in first source | benzophenones | |
| mrs 1754 | oxopurine | ||
| dalcetrapib | dalcetrapib: inhibits cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) | anilide | |
| binodenoson | |||
| 5-amino-4-oxo-3-phenyl-1-thieno[3,4-d]pyridazinecarboxylic acid | organonitrogen heterocyclic compound; organosulfur heterocyclic compound | ||
| am-411 | |||
| atl 146e | BMS-068645: structure in first source | ||
| sc 795 | |||
| acanthoic acid | acanthoic acid: from root bark of Acanthopanax koreanum; structure given in first source | ||
| rwj 68354 | |||
| 3-((3-(4-chloro-3-ethylphenoxy)phenyl)(3-(1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethoxy)benzyl)amino)-1,1,1-trifluoropropan-2-ol | 3-((3-(4-chloro-3-ethylphenoxy)phenyl)(3-(1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethoxy)benzyl)amino)-1,1,1-trifluoropropan-2-ol: inhibits cholesteryl ester transfer protein; structure in first source | ||
| n(6)-cyclohexyladenosine | N(6)-cyclohexyladenosine: structure given in first source; receptors, purinergic P1 agonist | ||
| st 1535 | |||
| n-((1s,trans)-2-hydroxycyclopentyl)adenosine | N-((1S,trans)-2-hydroxycyclopentyl)adenosine: structure given in first source; an adenosine A1 receptor agonist | purine nucleoside | |
| ro-28-1675 | acetamides | ||
| 2-(2-(4-chlorophenyl)ethoxy)adenosine | 2-(2-(4-chlorophenyl)ethoxy)adenosine: a adenosine A2A receptor agonist | ||
| 3-chloro-4-(3-(7-propyl-3-trifluoromethyl-6-benzisoxazolyl)propylthio)phenylacetic acid | |||
| bay-68-4986 | |||
| 4-n-butyl-1-(4-(2-methylphenyl)-4-oxo-1-butyl)-piperidine hydrogen chloride | |||
| amg 3 | AMG 3: structure in first source | ||
| riccardin c | riccardin C: isolated from liverworts; functions as a liver X receptor (LXR)alpha agonist and an LXRbeta antagonist; structure in first source | ||
| 2-(2-furanyl)-7-(2-(4-(4-(2-methoxyethoxy)phenyl)-1-piperazinyl)ethyl)-7h-pyrazolo(4,3-e)(1,2,4)triazolo(1,5-c)pyrimidine-5-amine | |||
| vuf 8504 | |||
| km-233 | KM-233: used for the treatment of high-grade glioma; structure in first source | ||
| n(6)-(2,2-diphenylethyl)adenosine | N(6)-(2,2-diphenylethyl)adenosine: adenosine receptor agonist; structure given in first source | ||
| n-cyclopropyl adenosine-5'-carboxamide | |||
| sch 442416 | SCH 442416: an adenosine A2A receptor ligand | triazolopyrimidines | |
| mk 0354 | |||
| mrs 3558 | |||
| cvt-6883 | 3-ethyl-1-propyl-8-(1-(3-trifluoromethylbenzyl)-1H-pyrazol-4-yl)-3,7-dihydropurine-2,6-dione: structure in first source | ||
| anacetrapib | |||
| ino-8875 | INO-8875: structure in first source | ||
| tozadenant | tozadenant: an adenosine A2A receptor antagonist | benzothiazoles | |
| psb 36 | 1-butyl-8-(3-noradamantyl)-3-(3-hydroxypropyl)xanthine: an A1 receptor antagonist | oxopurine | |
| lj 529 | |||
| a 803467 | A 803467: an Nav1.8 sodium channel blocker; structure in first source | ||
| bms 687453 | |||
| way 252623 | 2-(2-chloro-4-fluorobenzyl)-3-(4-fluorophenyl)-7-(trifluoromethyl)-2H-indazole: a partial LXR agonist | ||
| gdc 0941 | pictrelisib : A sulfonamide composed of indazole, morpholine, and methylsulfonyl-substituted piperazine rings bound to a thienopyrimidine ring. | indazoles; morpholines; piperazines; sulfonamide; thienopyrimidine | EC 2.7.1.137 (phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase) inhibitor |
| v 2006 | 3-(4-amino-3-methylbenzyl)-7-(2-furyl)-3H-(1,2,3)triazolo(4,5-d)pyrimidine-5-amine: antiparkinson agent; structure in first source | ||
| 2-(5-butoxy-1-oxo-2-isoquinolinyl)-N-(2,3-dihydro-1,4-benzodioxin-6-yl)acetamide | isoquinolines | ||
| cholenic acid dimethylamide | cholenic acid dimethylamide: binds LXRalpha receptor; structure in first source | ||
| psb603 | PSB603: an adenosine A2B receptor antagonist | ||
| sr1001 | SR1001: a selective RORalpha and RORgamma inverse agonist; structure in first source | sulfonamide | |
| glucopiericidin a | glucopiericidin A: from Streptomyces pactum S48727 as co-metabolite of piericidin A(1); structure given in first source; glycoside antibiotic | ||
| skepinone-l | skepinone-L: a dibenzosuberone-type p38 MAPK inhibitor; structure in first source | ||
| evacetrapib | benzazepine | ||
| gsk4112 | GSK4112: a Rev-erbalpha agonist; structure in first source | ||
| sr9009 | |||
| sr9011 | SR9011: a REV-ERB agonist; structure in first source | ||
| sr9238 | SR9238: liver-selective LXR inverse agonist that suppresses hepatic steatosis; structure in first source | ||
| xen445 | |||
| sildenafil | sildenafil : A pyrazolo[4,3-d]pyrimidin-7-one having a methyl substituent at the 1-position, a propyl substituent at the 3-position and a 2-ethoxy-5-[(4-methylpiperazin-1-yl)sulfonyl]phenyl group at the 5-position. | piperazines; pyrazolopyrimidine; sulfonamide | EC 3.1.4.35 (3',5'-cyclic-GMP phosphodiesterase) inhibitor; vasodilator agent |
| psb 11 | |||
| n-benzo(1,3)dioxol-5-yl-2-(5-(2,6-dioxo-1,3-dipropyl-2,3,6,7-tetrahydro-1h-purin-8-yl)-1-methyl-1h-pyrazol-3-yloxy)-acetamide | |||
| luf 5834 | 2-amino-4-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6-(1H-imidazol-2-ylmethylsulfanyl)pyridine-3,5-dicarbonitrile: structure in first source |