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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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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.
Théobromine (Alcaloïde de la xanthine · Vasodilatateur · Bronchodilatateur · Énergie durable)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Cacao (Theobroma cacao). A mild CNS stimulant and bronchodilator; studied for cardiovascular effects including vasodilation and positive.
Théobromine (Alcaloïde de la xanthine · Vasodilatateur · Bronchodilatateur · Énergie durable)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Cacao (Theobroma cacao). A mild CNS stimulant and bronchodilator; studied for cardiovascular effects including vasodilation and positive.
Caféine (Alcaloïde de la famille des xanthines · Performances cognitives · Ergogène sportif)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee / Tea Plant (Coffea arabica / Camellia sinensis). An adenosine receptor antagonist that increases alertness and reduces fatigue.
Caféine (Alcaloïde de la famille des xanthines · Performances cognitives · Ergogène sportif)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee / Tea Plant (Coffea arabica / Camellia sinensis). An adenosine receptor antagonist that increases alertness and reduces fatigue.
Boldine (Alcaloïde Aporphinique · Hépatoprotecteur · Antioxydant · Cholerétique)
Alkaloid (Aporphine) from Boldo (Peumus boldus). Studied for hepatoprotective, choleretic, and antioxidant properties.
Boldine (Alcaloïde Aporphinique · Hépatoprotecteur · Antioxydant · Cholerétique)
Alkaloid (Aporphine) from Boldo (Peumus boldus). Studied for hepatoprotective, choleretic, and antioxidant properties.
Magnoflorine (Alcaloïde Aporphinique Quaternaire · Antidiabétique · Antimicrobien)
Alkaloid (Aporphine) from Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis). Studied for anxiolytic, cholesterol-oxidation-inhibiting, and anti-neuroinflammatory properties in preclinical models.
Magnoflorine (Alcaloïde Aporphinique Quaternaire · Antidiabétique · Antimicrobien)
Alkaloid (Aporphine) from Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis). Studied for anxiolytic, cholesterol-oxidation-inhibiting, and anti-neuroinflammatory properties in preclinical models.
Néférine (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · Cardioprotecteur · Autophagie)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera). Studied for calcium channel blocking, antihypertensive, and potential pulmonary antifibrotic properties in preclinical.
Néférine (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · Cardioprotecteur · Autophagie)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera). Studied for calcium channel blocking, antihypertensive, and potential pulmonary antifibrotic properties in preclinical.
Nuciférine (Alcaloïde aporphinique · Agoniste partiel D2 · Anti-obésité)
Alkaloid (Aporphine) from Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera). Studied for CNS relaxant, antipsychotic-like, and hepatoprotective (lipid-clearing) properties in preclinical research.
Nuciférine (Alcaloïde aporphinique · Agoniste partiel D2 · Anti-obésité)
Alkaloid (Aporphine) from Sacred Lotus (Nelumbo nucifera). Studied for CNS relaxant, antipsychotic-like, and hepatoprotective (lipid-clearing) properties in preclinical research.
Rauwolscine — Alpha-Yohimbine (Alcaloïde de yohimban · Antagoniste Alpha-2 à haute puissance)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Indian Snakeroot (Rauvolfia serpentina). Studied as an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist; may support fat mobilisation and mildly elevate sympathetic.
Rauwolscine — Alpha-Yohimbine (Alcaloïde de yohimban · Antagoniste Alpha-2 à haute puissance)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Indian Snakeroot (Rauvolfia serpentina). Studied as an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor antagonist; may support fat mobilisation and mildly elevate sympathetic.
Corynanthine (Alcaloïde de type yohimbane · Agoniste partiel des récepteurs alpha-2 · Co-alcaloïde de l'écorce de yohimbe)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe). Studied as an alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist; may contribute to vasodilatory and blood pressure-modulating effects of.
Corynanthine (Alcaloïde de type yohimbane · Agoniste partiel des récepteurs alpha-2 · Co-alcaloïde de l'écorce de yohimbe)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe). Studied as an alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist; may contribute to vasodilatory and blood pressure-modulating effects of.
Yohimbine (Alcaloïde de Yohimban · Antagoniste Alpha-2 · Perte de graisse)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe). An alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist studied for effects on fat mobilisation and sexual function.
Yohimbine (Alcaloïde de Yohimban · Antagoniste Alpha-2 · Perte de graisse)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe). An alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist studied for effects on fat mobilisation and sexual function.
Rhynchophylline (Alcaloïde oxindole · Antihypertenseur · Antagoniste NMDA)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa). Studied for calcium channel blocking activity and potential cardiovascular and neuroprotective effects.
Rhynchophylline (Alcaloïde oxindole · Antihypertenseur · Antagoniste NMDA)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Cat's Claw (Uncaria tomentosa). Studied for calcium channel blocking activity and potential cardiovascular and neuroprotective effects.
Harmaline (Dihydro-Bêta-Carboline · Inhibiteur de la MAO-A · Recherche sur les tremblements)
Alkaloid (Beta-carboline) from Syrian Rue (Peganum harmala). A short-acting reversible MAOI studied for potential neurological effects.
Harmaline (Dihydro-Bêta-Carboline · Inhibiteur de la MAO-A · Recherche sur les tremblements)
Alkaloid (Beta-carboline) from Syrian Rue (Peganum harmala). A short-acting reversible MAOI studied for potential neurological effects.
Harmine (Alcaloïde bêta-carboline · Inhibiteur de la MAO-A · DYRK1A · Neuroprotecteur)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Syrian Rue (Peganum harmala). A reversible monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI); studied for effects on neuroplasticity, mood.
Harmine (Alcaloïde bêta-carboline · Inhibiteur de la MAO-A · DYRK1A · Neuroprotecteur)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Syrian Rue (Peganum harmala). A reversible monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI); studied for effects on neuroplasticity, mood.
Vincamine (Alcaloïde indolomonoterpénique · Débit sanguin cérébral · Neuroprotecteur)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Lesser Periwinkle (Vinca minor). Studied for its potential to improve cerebral blood flow; may support cognitive function in age-related decline.
Vincamine (Alcaloïde indolomonoterpénique · Débit sanguin cérébral · Neuroprotecteur)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Lesser Periwinkle (Vinca minor). Studied for its potential to improve cerebral blood flow; may support cognitive function in age-related decline.
Huperzine A (Alcaloïde de Lycopodium · Inhibiteur de l'AChE · Amélioration cognitive)
Alkaloid (Lycopodium) from Toothed Clubmoss (Huperzia serrata). Studied for acetylcholinesterase inhibition and potential support for cognitive function and memory.
Huperzine A (Alcaloïde de Lycopodium · Inhibiteur de l'AChE · Amélioration cognitive)
Alkaloid (Lycopodium) from Toothed Clubmoss (Huperzia serrata). Studied for acetylcholinesterase inhibition and potential support for cognitive function and memory.
Dauricine (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléine · Anti-arythmique · Anti-inflammatoire)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Asian Moonseed (Menispermum dauricum). Studied for antiarrhythmic properties and potential protection of cardiac tissue during ischaemic stress.
Dauricine (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléine · Anti-arythmique · Anti-inflammatoire)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Asian Moonseed (Menispermum dauricum). Studied for antiarrhythmic properties and potential protection of cardiac tissue during ischaemic stress.
Fangchinoline (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · Antiviral · Anti-fibrotique)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for anticoagulant and antiviral properties in preclinical models.
Fangchinoline (Alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · Antiviral · Anti-fibrotique)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for anticoagulant and antiviral properties in preclinical models.
Tétrandrine (alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · anti-fibrosique · canal calcique)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for calcium channel blocking, antihypertensive, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tétrandrine (alcaloïde bisbenzylisoquinoléique · anti-fibrosique · canal calcique)
Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Stephania (Stephania tetrandra). Studied for calcium channel blocking, antihypertensive, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Stépholidine (Alcaloïde isoquinoléique · Agoniste D1/Antagoniste D2 · Recherche sur la schizophrénie)
Alkaloid (Protoberberine) from Stephania (Stephania intermedia). Studied for dopamine D1/D2 receptor modulation; of interest in research into movement disorders and antipsychotic.
Stépholidine (Alcaloïde isoquinoléique · Agoniste D1/Antagoniste D2 · Recherche sur la schizophrénie)
Alkaloid (Protoberberine) from Stephania (Stephania intermedia). Studied for dopamine D1/D2 receptor modulation; of interest in research into movement disorders and antipsychotic.
Narcéine — Narcosine (Alcaloïde de l'opium non opioïde · Antitussif · Anti-inflammatoire)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A non-addictive opium alkaloid with mild antitussive properties.
Narcéine — Narcosine (Alcaloïde de l'opium non opioïde · Antitussif · Anti-inflammatoire)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A non-addictive opium alkaloid with mild antitussive properties.
Bulbocapnine (Alcaloïde aporphinique · Suppression vestibulaire · Dopaminergique)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis cava). Studies for effects on motor function and vestibular disturbances.
Bulbocapnine (Alcaloïde aporphinique · Suppression vestibulaire · Dopaminergique)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis cava). Studies for effects on motor function and vestibular disturbances.
Groenlandicine (Alcaloïde Protoberbérine · Antimicrobien · Alcaloïde Mineur de l'Hydraste du Canada)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for neuroprotective potential; preliminary research suggests it may help protect nerve cells from oxidative.
Groenlandicine (Alcaloïde Protoberbérine · Antimicrobien · Alcaloïde Mineur de l'Hydraste du Canada)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for neuroprotective potential; preliminary research suggests it may help protect nerve cells from oxidative.
Épibérbérine (alcaloïde de protoberbérine · microbiome intestinal · anti-inflammatoire)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for effects on hepatic lipid metabolism; may help regulate fat accumulation in liver tissue.
Épibérbérine (alcaloïde de protoberbérine · microbiome intestinal · anti-inflammatoire)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for effects on hepatic lipid metabolism; may help regulate fat accumulation in liver tissue.
Corydaline (Tétrahydroprotoberbérine · Analgésique · Recherche anticancéreuse)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo). Studied for analgesic properties in animal models; may contribute to the pain-management activity of Corydalis.
Corydaline (Tétrahydroprotoberbérine · Analgésique · Recherche anticancéreuse)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo). Studied for analgesic properties in animal models; may contribute to the pain-management activity of Corydalis.
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