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Active Compound Monographs
Dedicated technical dossiers detailing the molecular profile and evidence weight of individual plant bioactives
Where the Active Compound Index provides a high-level master matrix of the plant kingdom, these Compound Monographs serve as our definitive, independent deep dives. Each entry functions as a standalone scientific reference record—drilling past the surface to map out exact chemical identities, verified CAS numbers, and botanical source biologies with strict clinical objectivity.
Built specifically for product formulators, R&D teams, and researchers, this compendium translates raw plant chemistry into actionable data. Explore the individual monographs below to examine the detailed molecular structures and honest empirical data powering high-performance botanical nutrition.
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Pseudoéphédrine (Proto-alcaloïde · Décongestionnant en vente libre · Précurseur de méthamphétamine · Informationnel)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica). A clinically used nasal decongestant that acts as a vasoconstrictive sympathomimetic.
Pseudoéphédrine (Proto-alcaloïde · Décongestionnant en vente libre · Précurseur de méthamphétamine · Informationnel)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica). A clinically used nasal decongestant that acts as a vasoconstrictive sympathomimetic.
Pipérlongumine — Piplartine (Alcaloïde de pyridone · Anticancéreux sélectif · Inhibiteur de la GSTP1)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Long Pepper (Piper longum). Studied for selective antiproliferative effects on cancer cells via oxidative stress induction.
Pipérlongumine — Piplartine (Alcaloïde de pyridone · Anticancéreux sélectif · Inhibiteur de la GSTP1)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Long Pepper (Piper longum). Studied for selective antiproliferative effects on cancer cells via oxidative stress induction.
Pipérine (Amide de pipéridine · Améliorateur de biodisponibilité · BioPerine · Thermogène)
Alkaloid-related (Amide) from Black Pepper (Piper nigrum). A well-documented bioavailability enhancer; inhibits CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein to significantly increase absorption of.
Pipérine (Amide de pipéridine · Améliorateur de biodisponibilité · BioPerine · Thermogène)
Alkaloid-related (Amide) from Black Pepper (Piper nigrum). A well-documented bioavailability enhancer; inhibits CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein to significantly increase absorption of.
Peiminine — Isopeiminine (Alcaloïde stéroïdien · Fritillaria · Antitussif · Inhibiteur d'AChE)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for anti-inflammatory and antitussive properties; may support soothing of throat mucosal irritation.
Peiminine — Isopeiminine (Alcaloïde stéroïdien · Fritillaria · Antitussif · Inhibiteur d'AChE)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for anti-inflammatory and antitussive properties; may support soothing of throat mucosal irritation.
Peimine — Verticine (Alcaloïde stéroïdien · Fritillaria · Antitussif · MTC respiratoire)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for expectorant and mucolytic properties; supports the traditional use of Fritillary bulb in respiratory.
Peimine — Verticine (Alcaloïde stéroïdien · Fritillaria · Antitussif · MTC respiratoire)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for expectorant and mucolytic properties; supports the traditional use of Fritillary bulb in respiratory.
Isothiocyanate de phénéthyle — PEITC (Isothiocyanate aromatique · Détoxification des cancérogènes · Inhibition de STAT3)
Glucosinolate Hydrolysis Product (Isothiocyanate) from Watercress (Nasturtium officinale). The isothiocyanate from gluconasturtiin hydrolysis; studied for glutathione induction, detoxification support.
Isothiocyanate de phénéthyle — PEITC (Isothiocyanate aromatique · Détoxification des cancérogènes · Inhibition de STAT3)
Glucosinolate Hydrolysis Product (Isothiocyanate) from Watercress (Nasturtium officinale). The isothiocyanate from gluconasturtiin hydrolysis; studied for glutathione induction, detoxification support.
Phytol (Alcool diterpénique acyclique · Chaîne latérale de la chlorophylle · Anti-inflammatoire · Anxiolytique)
Terpenoid — Acyclic Diterpene Alcohol (Phytane skeleton) from Chlorophyll (all green plants) — released by hydrolysis. Studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anxiolytic, geranylgeraniol precursor.
Phytol (Alcool diterpénique acyclique · Chaîne latérale de la chlorophylle · Anti-inflammatoire · Anxiolytique)
Terpenoid — Acyclic Diterpene Alcohol (Phytane skeleton) from Chlorophyll (all green plants) — released by hydrolysis. Studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anxiolytic, geranylgeraniol precursor.
Alcool de patchouli — Patchoulol (sesquiterpène · anti-inflammatoire · antidépresseur · anti-obésité)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol (Patchoulane skeleton) from Pogostemon cablin (patchouli, leaves). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidepressant, anti-obesity.
Alcool de patchouli — Patchoulol (sesquiterpène · anti-inflammatoire · antidépresseur · anti-obésité)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol (Patchoulane skeleton) from Pogostemon cablin (patchouli, leaves). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidepressant, anti-obesity.
Paraxanthine (1,7-diméthylxanthine · principal métabolite de la caféine · performance cognitive · enfinity®)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). The primary human metabolic product of caffeine; studied for lipolytic and muscular endurance-enhancing properties.
Paraxanthine (1,7-diméthylxanthine · principal métabolite de la caféine · performance cognitive · enfinity®)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). The primary human metabolic product of caffeine; studied for lipolytic and muscular endurance-enhancing properties.
Protopine (Alcaloïde isoquinoléique · Antispasmodique · Biliaire · Anxiolytique)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis). Studied for antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle; may contribute to the digestive-soothing properties of fumitory.
Protopine (Alcaloïde isoquinoléique · Antispasmodique · Biliaire · Anxiolytique)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis). Studied for antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle; may contribute to the digestive-soothing properties of fumitory.
Palmatine (Alcaloïde Protoberbérine · Sédatif · Antimicrobien)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense). Studied for antimicrobial and blood glucose-supporting properties; closely related structurally to berberine.
Palmatine (Alcaloïde Protoberbérine · Sédatif · Antimicrobien)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense). Studied for antimicrobial and blood glucose-supporting properties; closely related structurally to berberine.
Acide protocatéchique (acide hydroxybenzoïque · neuroprotecteur · antioxydant)
Polyphenol (Hydroxybenzoic Acid) from Acai (Euterpe oleracea). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential cardioprotective properties.
Acide protocatéchique (acide hydroxybenzoïque · neuroprotecteur · antioxydant)
Polyphenol (Hydroxybenzoic Acid) from Acai (Euterpe oleracea). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential cardioprotective properties.
Punicalagine (Ellagitannine · Antioxydant · Santé intestinale · Précurseur d'urolithine)
Polyphenol (Ellagitannin) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). The most abundant ellagitannin in pomegranate; studied for potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Punicalagine (Ellagitannine · Antioxydant · Santé intestinale · Précurseur d'urolithine)
Polyphenol (Ellagitannin) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). The most abundant ellagitannin in pomegranate; studied for potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Acide p-coumarique (Acide hydroxycinnamique · Antioxydant · Antimicrobien)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea). Studied for antioxidant and potential anti-atherosclerotic properties.
Acide p-coumarique (Acide hydroxycinnamique · Antioxydant · Antimicrobien)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea). Studied for antioxidant and potential anti-atherosclerotic properties.
Picéatannol (Stilbène · Anti-adipogène · Éclaircissement de la peau)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis). A hydroxylated resveratrol metabolite with higher potency; studied for anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative.
Picéatannol (Stilbène · Anti-adipogène · Éclaircissement de la peau)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis). A hydroxylated resveratrol metabolite with higher potency; studied for anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative.
Ptérostilbène (Stilbène · Fonction cognitive · Métabolisme lipidique)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum). A dimethylated resveratrol analog with significantly improved oral bioavailability.
Ptérostilbène (Stilbène · Fonction cognitive · Métabolisme lipidique)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum). A dimethylated resveratrol analog with significantly improved oral bioavailability.
Pétunidine (Anthocyanidine · Antioxydant · Cardiovasculaire)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Black Currant (Ribes nigrum). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the cardiovascular and cognitive health.
Pétunidine (Anthocyanidine · Antioxydant · Cardiovasculaire)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Black Currant (Ribes nigrum). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the cardiovascular and cognitive health.
Péonidine (Anthocyanidine · Antioxydant · Santé des voies urinaires)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the urinary tract health-supportive profile of.
Péonidine (Anthocyanidine · Antioxydant · Santé des voies urinaires)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the urinary tract health-supportive profile of.
Pélargonidine (Anthocyanidine · Santé vasculaire · Voies urinaires)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). A dietary anthocyanidin studied for anti-inflammatory and vascular health-supportive properties.
Pélargonidine (Anthocyanidine · Santé vasculaire · Voies urinaires)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). A dietary anthocyanidin studied for anti-inflammatory and vascular health-supportive properties.
Phloridzine (Glycoside de dihydrochalcone · Inhibition du SGLT · Glycémie)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for SGLT inhibition and blood glucose-lowering effects.
Phloridzine (Glycoside de dihydrochalcone · Inhibition du SGLT · Glycémie)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for SGLT inhibition and blood glucose-lowering effects.
Phlorétine (Dihydrochalcone · Inhibiteur GLUT · Antioxydant · Peau)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential insulin-sensitising properties.
Phlorétine (Dihydrochalcone · Inhibiteur GLUT · Antioxydant · Peau)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential insulin-sensitising properties.
Puerarin (Daidzéine-8-C-Glucoside · Cardiovasculaire · Cérébrovasculaire)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone C-Glycoside) from Kudzu (Pueraria lobata). Studied for cardiovascular benefits including improved cerebral blood flow and potential reduction of alcohol-seeking.
Puerarin (Daidzéine-8-C-Glucoside · Cardiovasculaire · Cérébrovasculaire)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone C-Glycoside) from Kudzu (Pueraria lobata). Studied for cardiovascular benefits including improved cerebral blood flow and potential reduction of alcohol-seeking.
Procyanidine B2 (Dimère d'OPC · Vasodilatateur · Élasticité de la peau)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Cocoa (Theobroma cacao). Studied for vasodilatory, skin elasticity-supporting, and antioxidant properties.
Procyanidine B2 (Dimère d'OPC · Vasodilatateur · Élasticité de la peau)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Cocoa (Theobroma cacao). Studied for vasodilatory, skin elasticity-supporting, and antioxidant properties.
Procyanidines (OPC · Oligomères Proanthocyanidiques · Cardiovasculaire · Peau)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Grape Seed / Apple (Vitis vinifera / Malus domestica). A class of condensed tannins studied extensively for cardiovascular, skin, and antioxidant support.
Procyanidines (OPC · Oligomères Proanthocyanidiques · Cardiovasculaire · Peau)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Grape Seed / Apple (Vitis vinifera / Malus domestica). A class of condensed tannins studied extensively for cardiovascular, skin, and antioxidant support.
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