SAFE
Eicosanoids
Prostaglandin/leukotriene precursors
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Specialty Bioactives
PubMed Studies
215
PubChem CID
About
Fatty acid-derived bioactive lipid mediators. Omega-3/omega-6 dietary balance influences eicosanoid profiles. Direct eicosanoid supplementation limited to prostaglandin derivatives (pharmaceutical). Dietary manipulation via PUFA supplementation more common.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Omega-3 supplementation pathway: anticoagulant effect. See omega-3 fatty acids. Direct eicosanoid supplements: minimal consumer data.
🏷️ Other Names
Prostaglandin/leukotriene precursors