Cadmium (group IIB of the periodic table of elements) is a heavy metal. It is not a naturally occurring metal in biological systems. Cadmium poses severe risks to human health. Physiologically, it exists as an ion in the body. Up to this day, it has not been shown that cadmium has any physiological function within the human body. Interest has therefore risen in its biohazardous potential. As first described by Friedrich Stromeyer (Gottingen, Germany) in 1817, cadmium intoxication can lead to kidney, bone, and pulmonary damage. Cadmium is widely used in industrial processes, e.g as an anticorrosive agent, as a stabilizer in PVC products, as a colour pigment, a neutron absorber in nuclear power plants, and in the fabrication of nickel cadmium batteries. Phosphate fertilizers also show a big cadmium load. Although some cadmium containing products can be recycled, a large share of the general cadmium pollution is caused by dumping and incinerating cadmium polluted waste. In Scandinavia for example, cadmium concentration in agricultural soil increases by 0.2 percent per year. Total global emission of cadmium amounts to 7000 t/year. The maximum permissible value for workers according to German law is 15 ug/l. For comparison: Non-smokers show an average cadmium blood concentration of 0.5 ug/l. Basically there are three possible ways of cadmium resorption: Gastrointestinal, pulmonary and dermal. The uptake through the human gastrointestinal is approximately 5 percent of an ingested amount of cadmium, depending on the exact dose and nutritional composition. The major source of inhalative cadmium intoxication is cigarette smoke. The human lung resorbes 40 to 60 percent of the cadmium in tobacco smoke. Little research has been done on dermal absorption of cadmium. Two mechanisms facilitate cadmium absorption by the skin: binding of a free cadmium ion to sulfhydryl radicals of cysteine in epidermal keratins, or an induction and complexing with metallothionein. Once taken up by the blood, the majority of cadmium is transported bound to proteins, such as Albumin and Metallothionein. The first organ reached after cadmium uptake into the GI-blood is the liver. Here cadmium induces the production of Metallothionein. After consecutive hepatocyte necrosis and apoptosis, Cd-Metallothionein complexes are washed into sinusoidal blood. From here, parts of the absorbed cadmium enter the entero-hepatical cycle via secretion into the biliary tract in form of Cadmium-glutathione conjugates. Enzymatically degraded to cadmium-cysteine complexes in the biliary tree, cadmium reenters the small intestines. The main organ for long-term cadmium accumulation is the kidney. Here the half life period for cadmium is approximately 10 years. A life long intake can therefore lead to a cadmium accumulation in the kidney, consequently resulting in tubulus cell necrosis. The blood concentration of cadmium serves as a reliable indicator for a recent exposition, while the urinary concentration reflects past exposure, body burden and renal accumulation. Excretion of Cadmium takes place via faeces and urine. (PMID: 16961932).

Cadmium atom
Cadmium elemental
Cadmium metallicum
Cd
Colloidal cadmium
Kadmium
Cadmium ion
Cadmium, ion (cd2+)
Cd(2+)
Cd2+


7 alpha,26-Dihydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one is involved in primary bile acid biosynthesis. 7 alpha,26-Dihydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one is produced from 7 alpha,27-Dihydroxycholesterol through the action of HSD3B7 (EC:1.1.1.181). 7 alpha,26-Dihydroxy-4-cholesten-3-one can then be converted to 7 alpha-Hydroxy-3-oxo-4-cholestenoate by CYP27A (EC:1.14.13.15).


Roxithromycin

Roxithromycin is a semi-synthetic macrolide antibiotic. It is very similar in composition, chemical structure and mechanism of action to erythromycin, azithromycin, or clarithromycin. Roxithromycin prevents bacteria from growing, by interfering with their protein synthesis. Roxithromycin binds to the subunit 50S of the bacterial ribosome, and thus inhibits the translocation of peptides. Roxithromycin has similar antimicrobial spectrum as erythromycin, but is more effective against certain gram-negative bacteria, particularly Legionella pneumophila. It can treat respiratory tract, urinary and soft tissue infections.


6-phospho-D-gluconic acid

6-Phosphogluconic acid, also known as 6-phospho-D-gluconate or gluconate 6-phosphate, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as monosaccharide phosphates. These are monosaccharides comprising a phosphated group linked to the carbohydrate unit. 6-Phosphogluconic acid is soluble (in water) and a moderately acidic compound (based on its pKa). 6-Phosphogluconic acid has been found in human adipose , epidermis and prostate tissues, and has also been detected in multiple biofluids, such as saliva and blood. Within the cell, 6-phosphogluconic acid is primarily located in the endoplasmic reticulum. 6-Phosphogluconic acid exists in all living organisms, ranging from bacteria to humans. 6-Phosphogluconic acid participates in a number of enzymatic reactions. In particular, 6-Phosphogluconic acid can be converted into D-ribulose 5-phosphate; which is catalyzed by the enzyme 6-phosphogluconate dehydrogenase, decarboxylating. In addition, 6-Phosphogluconic acid can be biosynthesized from 6-phosphonoglucono-D-lactone through the action of the enzyme 6-phosphogluconolactonase. In humans, 6-phosphogluconic acid is involved in the pentose phosphate pathway. 6-Phosphogluconic acid is also involved in several metabolic disorders, some of which include cancer (via the Warburg effect), ribose-5-phosphate isomerase deficiency, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, and transaldolase deficiency. Outside of the human body, 6-phosphogluconic acid can be found in a number of food items such as other soy product, cucumber, persimmon, and mamey sapote. This makes 6-phosphogluconic acid a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products. Intermediate in the Pentose phosphate pathway (KEGG).

D-gluconic acid 6-(dihydrogen phosphate)


7-Methylxanthine is a methyl derivative of xanthine, found occasionally in human urine. 7-Methylxanthine is one of the purine components in urinary calculi. Methylated purines originate from the metabolism of methylxanthines (caffeine, theophylline and theobromine). Caffeine is metabolized via successive pathways mainly catalyzed by CYP1A2, xanthine oxidase or N-acetyltransferase-2 to give 14 different metabolites, including 7-methylxanthine. CYP1A2 activity shows an inter-individual variability among the population. CYP1A2, an isoform of the CYP1A cytochrome P450 super-family, is involved in the metabolism of many drugs and plays a potentially important role in the induction of chemical carcinogenesis. Purine derivatives in urinary calculi could be considered markers of abnormal purine metabolism. The content of a purine derivative in stone depends on its average urinary excretion in the general population, similarity to the chemical structure of uric acid, and content of the latter in stone. This suggests that purines in stones represent a solid solution with uric acid as solvent. It is also plausible that methylxanthines, ubiquitous components of the diet and drugs, are involved in the pathogenesis of urolithiasis. (PMID: 11712316, 15833286, 3506820, 15013152).


1-piperideine-6-carboxylic acid

(S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydropiperidine-2-carboxylate is a cyclic intermediate in lysine degradation. L-Lysine is an essential amino acid that is a necessary building block for all protein in the body and It plays a major role in calcium absorption; building muscle protein; recovering from surgery or sports injuries; and the body's production of hormones, enzymes, and antibodies. In lysine degradation pathway, (S)-2,3,4,5-Tetrahydropiperidine-2-carboxylate is a substrate for L-aminoadipate-semialdehyde dehydrogenase (amaA) and can be formed by spontaneous cyclization of 2-aminoadipate-6-semialdehyde.


CID 25244659

Methionine sulfoxide is an oxidation product of methionine with reactive oxygen species via 2-electron-dependent mechanism. Such oxidants can be generated from activated neutrophils; therefore, methionine sulfoxide can be regarded as a biomarker of oxidative stress in vivo. (PMID 12576054).


Didanosine

A dideoxynucleoside compound in which the 3'-hydroxy group on the sugar moiety has been replaced by a hydrogen. This modification prevents the formation of phosphodiester linkages which are needed for the completion of nucleic acid chains. Didanosine is a potent inhibitor of HIV replication, acting as a chain-terminator of viral DNA by binding to reverse transcriptase; ddI is then metabolized to dideoxyadenosine triphosphate, its putative active metabolite. [PubChem]


Etodolac

Etodolac is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic properties. Its therapeutic effects are due to its ability to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis. It is indicated for relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Similar to other NSAIDs, the anti-inflammatory effects of etodolac result from inhibition of the enzyme cycooxygenase (COX). This decreases the synthesis of peripheral prostaglandins involved in mediating inflammation. Etodolac binds to the upper portion of the COX enzyme active site and prevents its substrate, arachidonic acid, from entering the active site. Etodolac was previously thought to be a non-selective COX inhibitor, but it is now known to be 5 – 50 times more selective for COX-2 than COX-1. Antipyresis may occur by central action on the hypothalamus, resulting in peripheral dilation, increased cutaneous blood flow, and subsequent heat loss.


Etoposide

A semisynthetic derivative of podophyllotoxin that exhibits antitumor activity. Etoposide inhibits DNA synthesis by forming a complex with topoisomerase II and DNA. This complex induces breaks in double stranded DNA and prevents repair by topoisomerase II binding. Accumulated breaks in DNA prevent entry into the mitotic phase of cell division, and lead to cell death. Etoposide acts primarily in the G2 and S phases of the cell cycle. [PubChem]


pristanal

Pristanal belongs to the class of organic compounds known as acyclic diterpenoids. These are diterpenoids (compounds made of four consecutive isoprene units) that do not contain a cycle. Thus, pristanal is considered to be an isoprenoid lipid molecule. Pristanal is considered to be a practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral molecule. Within the cell, pristanal is primarily located in the cytoplasm, membrane (predicted from logP) and peroxisome. In humans, pristanal is involved in the oxidation OF branched chain fatty acids pathway and the phytanic Acid peroxisomal oxidation pathway. Pristanal is also involved in the metabolic disorder called the refsum disease pathway. Intermediate in the metabolism of phytanic acid and pristanic acid.


5-amino-2-oxopentanoic acid

5-Amino-2-oxopentanoic acid, also known as 2-oxo-5-amino-pentanoate or alpha-keto-delta-aminopentanoate, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as short-chain keto acids and derivatives. These are keto acids with an alkyl chain the contains less than 6 carbon atoms. 5-Amino-2-oxopentanoic acid is soluble (in water) and a weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). 5-Amino-2-oxopentanoic acid has been primarily detected in saliva. Within the cell, 5-amino-2-oxopentanoic acid is primarily located in the peroxisome. In humans, 5-amino-2-oxopentanoic acid is involved in the D-arginine and D-ornithine metabolism pathway. 5-Amino-2-oxopentanoic acid is also involved in the metabolic disorder called the fatty acid elongation in mitochondria pathway. 5-Amino-2-oxopentanoic acid is a breakdown product of D-proline. D-proline is first converted to 1-pyrroline-2-carboxylic acid via D-amino acid oxidase, which then spontaneously breaks down into 5-amino-2-oxopentanoic acid.

2-oxo-5-amino-pentanoate
2-oxo-5-amino-pentanoic acid
2-oxo-5-aminopentanoate
2-oxo-5-aminopentanoic acid
2-oxo-5-aminovalerate
5-amino-2-oxopentanoate
5-amino-2-oxopentanoic acid
Alpha-keto-delta-aminopentanoate
Alpha-keto-delta-aminopentanoic acid
5-amino-2-oxovaleric acid
2-oxo-5-aminovaleric acid
5-amino-2-oxovalerate
A-keto-delta-aminopentanoate
A-keto-delta-aminopentanoic acid
α-keto-δ-aminopentanoate
α-keto-δ-aminopentanoic acid
A-keto-δ-aminopentanoate
A-keto-δ-aminopentanoic acid


Dasatinib

Dasatinib is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is an oral dual BCR/ABL and Src family tyrosine kinase inhibitor approved for use in patients with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). The main targets of Dasatinib, are BCRABL, SRC, Ephrins and GFR.Dasatinib, at nanomolar concentrations, inhibits the following kinases: BCR-ABL, SRC family (SRC, LCK, YES, FYN), c-KIT, EPHA2, and PDGFR&beta. Based on modeling studies, dasatinib is predicted to bind to multiple conformations of the ABL kinase. In vitro, dasatinib was active in leukemic cell lines representing variants of imatinib mesylate sensitive and resistant disease. Dasatinib inhibited the growth of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) and acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) cell lines overexpressing BCR-ABL. Under the conditions of the assays, dasatinib was able to overcome imatinib resistance resulting from BCR-ABL kinase domain mutations, activation of alternate signaling pathways involving the SRC family kinases (LYN, HCK), and multi-drug resistance gene overexpression.


Indomethacin

Indomethacin is a non-steroidal antiinflammatory agent (NSAIA) with antiinflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic activity. Its pharmacological effect is thought to be mediated through inhibition of the enzyme cyclooxygenase (COX), the enzyme responsible for catalyzes the rate-limiting step in prostaglandin synthesis via the arachidonic acid pathway.


Gefitinib

Gefitinib (originally coded ZD1839) is a drug used in the treatment of certain types of cancer. Acting in a similar manner to erlotinib (marketed as Tarceva), gefitinib selectively targets the mutant proteins in malignant cells. It is marketed by AstraZeneca under the trade name Iressa. [Wikipedia]


beta-D-mannose 6-phosphate

Mannose 6-phosphate, also known as alpha-D-mannose-6-p or man-6-p, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as hexose phosphates. These are carbohydrate derivatives containing a hexose substituted by one or more phosphate groups. Mannose 6-phosphate is soluble (in water) and a moderately acidic compound (based on its pKa). Mannose 6-phosphate has been found throughout most human tissues. Within the cell, mannose 6-phosphate is primarily located in the cytoplasm. In humans, mannose 6-phosphate is involved in the fructose and mannose degradation pathway and the fructose intolerance, hereditary pathway. Mannose 6-phosphate is also involved in the metabolic disorder called the fructosuria pathway. Mannose-6-phosphate is a potent competitive inhibitor of pinocytosis of human platelet beta-glucuronidase and it is a necessary component of the recognition marker on the enzyme for pinocytosis by human fibroblasts as well (PMID 908752).


Famotidine

Famotidine is a histamine H2-receptor antagonist that inhibits stomach acid production, and is commonly used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD/GORD). It is commonly marketed by Merck under the trade names Pepcidine and Pepcid.


Felbamate

Felbamate is an anticonvulsant drug used in the treatment of epilepsy. It is used to treat partial seizures (with and without generalization) in adults and partial and generalized seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome in children. It has a weak inhibitory effect on GABA receptor binding sites.

Carbamic acid 2-phenyltrimethylene ester

Carbamic acid 3-carbamoyloxy-2-phenyl-propyl ester


Fenoprofen

Fenoprofen is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is an anti-inflammatory analgesic and antipyretic highly bound to plasma proteins. It is pharmacologically similar to aspirin, but causes less gastrointestinal bleeding. [PubChem]Fenoprofen's exact mode of action is unknown, but it is thought that prostaglandin synthetase inhibition is involved. Fenoprofen has been shown to inhibit prostaglandin synthetase isolated from bovine seminal vesicles.


Rosiglitazone

Rosiglitazone is an anti-diabetic drug from the thiazolidinedione class. Like other thiazolidinediones, its mechanism of action is by activation of the intracellular receptor class of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs), specifically PPAR-gamma. Rosiglitazone is a pure ligand of PPAR-gamma, and has no PPAR-alpha-binding action. Apart from its effect on insulin resistance, it appears to have an anti-inflammatory effect: nuclear factor kappa-B (NFκB) levels fall and inhibitor (IκB) levels increase in patients on rosiglitazone (Mohanty et al). It increases glyceroneogenesis and reduces the release of free fatty acids from adipocytes; Rosiglitazone is an anti-diabetic drug from the thiazolidinedione class. It is being marketed as Avandia by the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline, both as a standalone preparation and in combination with metformin (Avandamet). Another combination drug approved by the FDA is Avandaryl (with glimepiride); Like other thiazolidinediones, its mechanism of action is by activation of the intracellular receptor class of the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs), specifically PPAR-gamma. Rosiglitazone is a pure ligand of PPAR-gamma, and has no PPAR-alpha binding action. Apart from its effect on insulin resistance, it appears to have an anti-inflammatory effect: nuclear factor kappa-B (NFkB) levels fall and inhibitor (IkB) levels increase in patients on rosiglitazone (Mohanty et al). It increases glyceroneogenesis and reduces the release of free fatty acids from adipocytes.


5-Hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde, also known as 5-hial, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as hydroxyindoles. These are organic compounds containing an indole moiety that carries a hydroxyl group. 5-Hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde is slightly soluble (in water) and a very weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). 5-Hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde has been found in human liver and kidney tissues, and has also been detected in multiple biofluids, such as feces, urine, and blood. Within the cell, 5-hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde is primarily located in the cytoplasm and mitochondria. In humans, 5-hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde is involved in the tryptophan metabolism pathway. Outside of the human body, 5-hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde can be found in a number of food items such as sweet rowanberry, rose hip, summer savory, and gram bean. This makes 5-hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products. 5-Hydroxyindoleacetaldehyde is a biogenic aldehyde of serotonin derived from the action of monoamine oxidase (MAO). (PMIDs 11306106, 2470392).


Deptropine

Deptropine, also known as brontina or dibenzheptropine, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as dibenzocycloheptenes. Dibenzocycloheptenes are compounds containing a dibenzocycloheptene moiety, which consists of two benzene rings connected by a cycloheptene ring. Deptropine is considered to be a practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral molecule. In humans, deptropine is involved in the deptropine H1-antihistamine action pathway. Deptropine is a tricyclic H1-antihistamine.


Esomeprazole

Esomeprazole is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a highly effective inhibitor of gastric acid secretion used in the therapy of stomach ulcers and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The drug inhibits the H(+)-K(+)-ATPase (H(+)-K(+)-exchanging ATPase) in the proton pump of gastric parietal cells. [PubChem]Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that suppresses gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of the H+/K+-ATPase in the gastric parietal cell. By acting specifically on the proton pump, Esomeprazole blocks the final step in acid production, thus reducing gastric acidity.


Phenprocoumon

Phenprocoumon is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a coumarin derivative that acts as a long acting oral anticoagulant. [PubChem]Phenprocoumon inhibits vitamin K reductase, resulting in depletion of the reduced form of vitamin K (vitamin KH2). As vitamin K is a cofactor for the carboxylation of glutamate residues on the N-terminal regions of vitamin K-dependent proteins, this limits the gamma-carboxylation and subsequent activation of the vitamin K-dependent coagulant proteins. The synthesis of vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors II, VII, IX, and X and anticoagulant proteins C and S is inhibited. Depression of three of the four vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors (factors II, VII, and X) results in decreased prothrombin levels and a decrease in the amount of thrombin generated and bound to fibrin. This reduces the thrombogenicity of clots.


trans-2-decenoic acid

In humans fatty acids are predominantly formed in the liver and adipose tissue, and mammary glands during lactation. trans-Dec-2-enoic acid is an intermediate in fatty acid biosynthesis. Specifically, trans-Dec-2-enoic is converted from (R)-3-Hydroxydecanoic acid via enzyme, fatty-acid Synthase (EC:2.3.1.85).


Fexofenadine

Fexofenadine is an antihistamine drug used in the treatment of hayfever and similar allergy symptoms. It was developed as a successor of and alternative to terfenadine, an antihistamine with potentially fatal contraindications. Fexofenadine, like other second-generation antihistamines, does not readily enter the brain from the blood, and so causes less drowsiness than first generation histamine receptor antagonists; Fexofenadine hydrochloride (brand names include Allegra and Telfast) is an antihistamine drug used in the treatment of hayfever and similar allergy symptoms. It was developed as a successor of and alternative to terfenadine, an antihistamine with potentially fatal contraindications. Fexofenadine, like other second generation antihistamines, does not readily enter the brain from the blood, and so causes less drowsiness than first-generation histamine-receptor antagonists.


trans-Octadec-2-enoyl-CoA, also known as (2e)-octadecenoyl-coa, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as long-chain 2-enoyl coas. These are organic compounds containing a coenzyme A substructure linked to a long-chain 2-enoyl chain of 13 to 21 carbon atoms. trans-Octadec-2-enoyl-CoA is considered to be a practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral molecule. trans-Octadec-2-enoyl-CoA has been primarily detected in urine. Within the cell, trans-octadec-2-enoyl-CoA is primarily located in the cytoplasm, membrane (predicted from logP) and mitochondria. In humans, trans-octadec-2-enoyl-CoA is involved in the metabolic disorder called the mitochondrial Beta-oxidation OF long chain saturated fatty acids pathway. trans-Octadec-2-enoyl-CoA is an intermediate in Biosynthesis of unsaturated fatty acids. trans-Octadec-2-enoyl-CoA is produced from 3-Hydroxyoctadecanoyl-CoA and then converted to Stearoyl-CoA via enzymatic reaction.


3-Oxooctadecanoyl-CoA is a metabolite intermediate in the microsomal fatty acid chain elongation system. Microsomal electron-transport components NADPH-cytochrome P450 reductase (EC 1.6.2.4) and cytochrome b5 (EC 1.6.2.2) participate in the conversion from 3-Oxooctadecanoyl-CoA to beta-hydroxystearoyl-CoA, the first reductive step of the microsomal chain elongating system initiated by NADPH. (PMID: 6404652).

3-ketostearoyl-coa
3-ketostearoyl-coenzyme a
3-oxostearoyl-coa
3-oxostearoyl-coenzyme a
Beta-ketostearoyl-coa
Beta-ketostearoyl-coenzyme a


Arbutamine

Arbutamine, administered through a closed-loop, computer-controlled drug-delivery system, is indicated to elicit acute cardiovascular responses, similar to those produced by exercise, in order to aid in diagnosing the presence or absence of coronary artery disease in patients who cannot exercise adequately.


gamma-Glu-Ala

Gamma-Glutamylalanine, also known as 5-L-glutamyl-L-alanine or L-gamma-glu-L-ala, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as dipeptides. These are organic compounds containing a sequence of exactly two alpha-amino acids joined by a peptide bond. Gamma-Glutamylalanine is soluble (in water) and a moderately acidic compound (based on its pKa). In humans, Gamma-glutamylalanine is involved in the glutathione metabolism pathway. Gamma-Glutamylalanine is also involved in several metabolic disorders, some of which include glutathione synthetase deficiency, Gamma-glutamyl-transpeptidase deficiency, Gamma-glutamyltransferase deficiency, and 5-oxoprolinase deficiency.


N-acetyl-D-glucosamine

N-Acetyl-D-Glucosamine (N-acetlyglucosamine) is a monosaccharide derivative of glucose. Chemically it is an amide between glucosamine and acetic acid. A single N-acetlyglucosamine moiety linked to serine or threonine residues on nuclear and cytoplasmic proteins -O-GlcNAc, is an ubiquitous post-translational protein modification. O-GlcNAc modified proteins are involved in sensing the nutrient status of the surrounding cellular environment and adjusting the activity of cellular proteins accordingly. O-GlcNAc regulates cellular responses to hormones such as insulin, initiates a protective response to stress, modulates a cell's capacity to grow and divide, and regulates gene transcription. In humans, it exists in skin, cartilage and blood vessel as a component of hyaluronic acid, and bone tissue, cornea and aorta as a component of keratan sulfate. (PMID 16237703).


The acetyl thioester of the reduced lipoyllysine residue in dihydrolipoyllysine-residue acetyltransferase (EC2.3.1.12). S-Acetyldihydrolipoamide-E is a reactant or product of enzyme EC 1.2.4.1. S-Acetyldihydrolipoamide-E is a reactant or product of enzyme EC 2.3.1.12. (PubChem sid=47205563).


Alitretinoin

9-cis-Retinoic acid is an active retinoid that regulates expression of retinoid responsive genes, serving as a ligand for two classes of ligand-dependent transcription factors: the retinoic acid receptors and retinoid X receptors. Retinoids (vitamin A and its analogs) are essential dietary substances that are needed by mammals for reproduction, normal embryogenesis, growth, vision, and maintaining normal cellular differentiation and the integrity of the immune system. Within cells, retinoids regulate gene transcription acting through ligand-dependent transcription factors, the retinoic acid receptors (RARs), and the retinoid X receptors (RXRs). all-trans-Retinoic acid binds only to RARs with high affinity, whereas its 9-cis isomer binds with high affinity to both RARs and RXRs. The actions of all-trans- and 9-cis-retinoic acid in regulating cellular responses are distinct and not interchangeable (PMID: 9115228).


Minocycline

Minocycline is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a tetracycline analog, having a 7-dimethylamino and lacking the 5 methyl and hydroxyl groups, which is effective against tetracycline-resistant staphylococcus infections. [PubChem]Minocycline passes directly through the lipid bilayer or passively diffuses through porin channels in the bacterial membrane. Tetracyclines like minocycline bind to the 30S ribosomal subunit, preventing the binding of tRNA to the mRNA-ribosome complex and interfering with protein synthesis.


Sorafenib

Sorafenib (rINN), marketed as Nexavar by Bayer, is a drug approved for the treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (primary kidney cancer). It has also received 'Fast Track' designation by the FDA for the treatment of advanced hepatocellular carcinoma (primary liver cancer), and has since performed well in Phase III trials. Sorafenib is a small molecular inhibitor of Raf kinase, PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor), VEGF receptor 2 & 3 kinases and c Kit the receptor for Stem cell factor. A growing number of drugs target most of these pathways. The originality of Sorafenib lays in its simultaneous targeting of the Raf/Mek/Erk pathway.


Epinastine

Epinastine is used for the prevention of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. It has a multi-action effect that inhibits the allergic response in 3 ways: 1. stabilizes mast cells by preventing mast cell degranulation to control the allergic response, 2. prevents histamine binding to both the H1- and H2-receptors to stop itching and provide lasting protection, and 3. prevents the release of proinflammatory chemical mediators from the blood vessel to halt progression of the allergic response.


Fluoxetine

Fluoxetine hydrochloride is the first agent of the class of antidepressants known as selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Despite distinct structural differences between compounds in this class, SSRIs possess similar pharmacological activity. As with other antidepressant agents, several weeks of therapy may be required before a clinical effect is seen. SSRIs are potent inhibitors of neuronal serotonin reuptake. They have little to no effect on norepinephrine or dopamine reuptake and do not antagonize α- or β-adrenergic, dopamine D2, or histamine H1 receptors. During acute use, SSRIs block serotonin reuptake and increase serotonin stimulation of somatodendritic 5-HT1A and terminal autoreceptors. Chronic use leads to desensitization of somatodendritic 5-HT1A and terminal autoreceptors. The overall clinical effect of increased mood and decreased anxiety is thought to be due to adaptive changes in neuronal function that lead to enhanced serotonergic neurotransmission. Side effects include dry mouth, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, sexual dysfunction, and headache. Side effects generally occur within the first two weeks of therapy and are usually less severe and frequent than those observed with tricyclic antidepressants. Fluoxetine may be used to treat major depressive disorder (MDD), moderate to severe bulimia nervosa, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), panic disorder with or without agoraphobia, and, in combination with olanzapine, for treatment-resistant or bipolar I depression. Fluoxetine is the most anorexic and stimulating SSRI.


Alprenolol

Alprenolol is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is one of the adrenergic beta-antagonists used as an antihypertensive, anti-anginal, and anti-arrhythmic agent. [PubChem]Alprenolol non-selectively blocks beta-1 adrenergic receptors mainly in the heart, inhibiting the effects of epinephrine and norepinephrine resulting in a decrease in heart rate and blood pressure. Also, with a more minor effect, by binding beta-2 receptors in the juxtaglomerular apparatus, alprenolol inhibits the production of renin, thereby inhibiting angiotensin II and aldosterone production and therefore inhibits the vasoconstriction and water retention due to angiotensin II and aldosterone, respectively.


Flurbiprofen

Flurbiprofen, a propionic acid derivative, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAIA) with antipyretic and analgesic activity. Oral formulations of flurbiprofen may be used for the symptomatic treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and anklylosing spondylitis. Flurbiprofen may also be used topically prior to ocular surgery to prevent or reduce intraoperative miosis. Flurbiprofen is structurally and pharmacologically related to fenoprofen, ibuprofen, and ketoprofen.


pristanic acid

Pristanic acid (2,6,10,14-tetramethylpentadecanoic acid) is a terpenoid acid present at micromolar concentrations in the plasma of healthy individuals. It is also found in the lipids from many sources such as freshwater sponges, krill, earthworms, whales, human milk fat, bovine depot fat, butterfat or Californian petroleum. It is usually present in combination with phytanic acid. In humans, pristanic acid is obtained from two sources: either directly from the diet or as the alpha oxidation product of phytanic acid. At physiological concentrations pristanic acid is a natural ligand for PPARalpha. In liver, pristanic acid is degraded by peroxisomal beta oxidation to propionyl-CoA. Together with phytanic acid, pristanic acid accumulates in several inherited disorders such as Zellweger syndrome. Pristanic acid is a branched chain fatty acid that arises from the breakdown of phytanic acid. It is present at micromolar concentrations in the plasma of healthy individuals. Pristanic acid is normally degraded by peroxisomal beta-oxidation. In patients affected with generalized peroxisomal disorders, degradation of both phytanic acid and pristanic acid is impaired owing to absence of functional peroxisomes. Pristanic acid has been found to activate the peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor {alpha} (PPAR{alpha}) in a concentration dependent manner.


Doxylamine

Doxylamine is a sedating antihistamine that can be used by itself as a short-term sleep aid, in combination with other drugs as a night-time cold and allergy relief. It is a member of the ethanolamine class of antihistamines and has anti-allergy power superior to almost every other antihistamine on the market, with the exception of diphenhydramine (Benadryl). It is also the most effective over-the-counter sedative available in North America, and more sedating than some prescription hypnotics. In a study, it was found that doxylamine succinate is possibly more effective than the barbiturate, phenobarbital for use as a sedative. For this reason, doxylamine has sometimes been used off label in a manner similar to diphenhydramine for the reduction of anxiety symptoms; Doxylamine succinate is used by itself as a short-term sleep aid, in combination with other drugs as a night-time cold and allergy relief drug, and a preparation is prescribed in combination with Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) to prevent morning sickness in pregnant women. In Commonwealth countries, doxylamine is available prepared with paracetamol/acetaminophen and codeine under the brand name Syndol or Mersyndol, as treatment for tension headache and other types of pain, or as a general OTC sleep-aid branded as Somnil, Donormyl, DSozile and Restavit containing Doxylamine Succinate only.


fosinopril

Fosinopril is a phosphinic acid-containing ester prodrug that belongs to the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor class of medications. It is rapidly hydrolyzed to fosinoprilat, its principle active metabolite. Fosinoprilat inhibits ACE, the enzyme responsible for the conversion of angiotensin I (ATI) to angiotensin II (ATII). ATII regulates blood pressure and is a key component of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS). Fosinopril may be used to treat mild to moderate hypertension, as an adjunct in the treatment of congestive heart failure, and to slow the rate of progression of renal disease in hypertensive individuals with diabetes mellitus and microalbuminuria or overt nephropathy.


chlorphenamine

Chlorpheniramine is a histamine H1 antagonist used in allergic reactions, hay fever, rhinitis, urticaria, and asthma. It has also been used in veterinary applications. One of the most widely used of the classical antihistaminics, it generally causes less drowsiness and sedation than Promethazine. -- Pubchem; Chlorphenamine or chlorpheniramine, commonly marketed as its salt chlorphenamine maleate (Chlor- Trimeton, Piriton, Chlor- Tripolon), is a first generation antihistamine used in the prevention of the symptoms of allergic conditions such as rhinitis and urticaria.- wikipedia.


All-trans-13,14-dihydroretinol is involved in the retinol metabolism pathway. In this pathway, all-trans-13,14-dihydroretinol and an acceptor molecule is reversibly converted to retinol (vitamin A) plus reduced acceptor via the enzyme all-trans-retinol 13,14-reductase (EC 1.3.99.23). (KEGG).


Nilotinib

Nilotinib, also known as AMN107, is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor under investigation as a possible treatment for chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML). In June 2006, a Phase I clinical trial found nilotinib has a relatively favorable safety profile and shows activity in cases of CML resistant to treatment with imatinib (Gleevec®), another tyrosine kinase inhibitor currently used as a first-line treatment. [Wikipedia]


DG(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/0:0) is a diglyceride, or a diacylglycerol (DAG). It is a glyceride consisting of two fatty acid chains covalently bonded to a glycerol molecule through ester linkages. Diacylglycerols can have many different combinations of fatty acids attached at both the C-1 and C-2 positions. DG(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/0:0), in particular, consists of two chains of oleic acid at the C-1 and C-2 positions. The oleic acid moieties are derived from vegetable oils, especially olive and canola oil. Mono- and diacylglycerols are common food additives used to blend together certain ingredients, such as oil and water, which would not otherwise blend well. Dacylglycerols are often found in bakery products, beverages, ice cream, chewing gum, shortening, whipped toppings, margarine, and confections. Synthesis of diacylglycerol begins with glycerol-3-phosphate, which is derived primarily from dihydroxyacetone phosphate, a product of glycolysis (usually in the cytoplasm of liver or adipose tissue cells). Glycerol-3-phosphate is first acylated with acyl-coenzyme A (acyl-CoA) to form lysophosphatidic acid, which is then acylated with another molecule of acyl-CoA to yield phosphatidic acid. Phosphatidic acid is then de-phosphorylated to form diacylglycerol.Diacylglycerols are precursors to triacylglycerols (triglyceride), which are formed by the addition of a third fatty acid to the diacylglycerol under the catalysis of diglyceride acyltransferase. Since diacylglycerols are synthesized via phosphatidic acid, they will usually contain a saturated fatty acid at the C-1 position on the glycerol moiety and an unsaturated fatty acid at the C-2 position.


5-oxo-6E,8Z,11Z,14Z-eicosatetraenoic acid (5-oxo-ETE), 5-lipoxygenase product is a potent chemoattractant for neutrophils and eosinophils. Its actions are mediated by the oxoeicosanoid (OXE) receptor, a member of the G protein-coupled receptor family.(PMID:18292294).


D-ribofuranose 5-phosphate

D-Ribose 5-phosphate is an important intermediate metabolite in the Pentose phosphate pathway (KEGG, map00030) and in the Purine metabolism pathway (KEGG, map00230). The intracellular ribose 5-phosphate concentration is an important determinant of the rate of de novo purine synthesis. (PMID 6699001).


Diphosphoinositol tetrakisphosphate (InsP(8)) contains energetic pyrophosphate groups and occurs throughout animal and plant kingdoms. These molecules are synthesized by a recently cloned family of inositol hexakisphosphate kinases (InsP(6)Ks). It is one of the most highly phosphorylated members of the inositol-based cell signaling family. (PMID: 9822604). Bisdiphosphoinositol tetrakisphosphate regulates many cellular processes including endocytosis, vesicle trafficking, apoptosis, and DNA repair. (PMID 15316027).


Ubiquinone-6 is a member of the chemical class known as Polyprenylbenzoquinones. These are compounds containing a polyisoprene chain attached to a quinone at the second ring position. Ubiquione-6 has just 6 isoprene units. Normally in humans it has 10. Ubiquinone-6 is an intermediate in the synthesis of Ubiquionone 10. It is an endogenouse compound but it has also been isolated from foods containing baker's yeast. Ubiquionone 10 (CoQ10) is involved in cellular respiration. It is fat-soluble and is therefore mobile in cellular membranes; it plays a unique role in the electron transport chain (ETC). In the inner bacterial membrane, electrons from NADH and succinate pass through the ETC to the oxygen, which is then reduced to water. The transfer of electrons through ETC results in the pumping of H+ across the membrane creating a proton gradient across the membrane, which is used by ATP synthase (located on the membrane) to generate ATP.


Lignoceroyl-CoA

Tetracosanoyl-CoA, also known as S-tetracosanoate or lignoceroyl-CoA, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as very long-chain fatty acyl coas. These are acyl CoAs where the group acylated to the coenzyme A moiety is a very long aliphatic chain of 22 carbon atoms or more. Tetracosanoyl-CoA is considered to be a practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral molecule. Tetracosanoyl-CoA has been primarily detected in urine. Within the cell, tetracosanoyl-CoA is primarily located in the membrane (predicted from logP), peroxisome and cytoplasm. In humans, tetracosanoyl-CoA is involved in the adrenoleukodystrophy, X-linked pathway and the Beta oxidation OF very long chain fatty acids pathway. Tetracosanoyl-CoA is also involved in several metabolic disorders, some of which include de novo triacylglycerol biosynthesis TG(24:0/22:0/24:1(15Z)) pathway, de novo triacylglycerol biosynthesis TG(18:4(6Z,9Z,12Z,15Z)/24:0/20:4(8Z,11Z,14Z,17Z)) pathway, de novo triacylglycerol biosynthesis TG(24:0/22:4(7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z)/24:0) pathway, and de novo triacylglycerol biosynthesis TG(24:0/22:4(7Z,10Z,13Z,16Z)/20:4(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)) pathway. Tetracosanoyl-CoA is an intermediate in the biosynthesis of unsaturated fatty acids. Tetracosanoyl-CoA is converted from Palmitoyl-CoA in multiple steps. It is then converted to lignoceric acid via a thiol-ester hydrolase (E 3.1.2.-).

Lignoceroyl-CoA
Lignoceroyl-coenzyme A
S-tetracosanoate
S-tetracosanoate CoA
S-tetracosanoate coenzyme A
S-tetracosanoic acid
Tetracosanoyl-coenzyme A
CoA(24:0)


Palmitoleyl-CoA

Palmitoleyl coenzyme A is a monounsaturated fatty acid, the product of palmitoyl-CoA from a reaction catalyzed by stearoyl-CoA desaturase (EC 1.14.99.5, SCD) in the endoplasmic reticulum, an enzyme that catalyzes the delta9-cis desaturation of saturated fatty acyl-CoAs. These monounsaturated fatty acids are used as substrates for the synthesis of triglycerides, wax esters, cholesteryl esters and membrane phospholipids. The saturated to monounsaturated fatty acid ratio affects membrane phospholipid composition and alteration in this ratio has been implicated in a variety of disease states including cardiovascular disease, obesity, diabetes, neurological disease, skin disorders and cancer. Thus, the expression of SCD is of physiological importance in normal and disease states. Unsaturated fatty acids are the most abundant form of stored fat in the human body and are vital for all living organisms. In addition to their role as an energy source, they are integral constituents of cell membranes, playing a role in membrane fluidity, cell signaling, and membrane integrity. Numerous beneficial physiologic effects have been attributed to unsaturated fatty acids, including protection from obesity, diabetes, cancer, and atherosclerosis. (PMID: 12538075, 16020546).

(z)-thio-9-hexadecenoic acid s-ester with coenzyme a


diroleuton

8,11,14-Eicosatrienoic acid is a 20-carbon-chain omega-6 fatty acid unsaturated at positions 8, 11, and 14. It differs from arachidonic acid (5,8,11,14-eicosatetraenoic acid) only at position 5. 8,11,14-Eicosatrienoic acid is also known as dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DGLA). In physiological literature, it is given the name 20:3(n-6). DGLA is the elongation product of the 18-carbon gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). DGLA can be converted into prostaglandin E1 (PGE1). PGE1 inhibits platelet aggregation and also exerts a vasodilatory effect. DGLA competes with arachadonic acid for COX and lipoxygenase, inhibiting the production of arachadonic acid's eicosanoids.

(8z,11z,14z)-icosatrienoate
(8z,11z,14z)-icosatrienoic acid
(z,z,z)-8,11,14-eicosatrienoate
(z,z,z)-8,11,14-eicosatrienoic acid
(z,z,z)-8,11,14-icosatrienoate
(z,z,z)-8,11,14-icosatrienoic acid
(z,z,z)-icosatri-8,11,14-enoate
(z,z,z)-icosatri-8,11,14-enoic acid
8,11,14-all-cis-eicosatrienoate
8,11,14-all-cis-eicosatrienoic acid
8,11,14-eicosatrienoate
8,11,14-eicosatrienoic acid
8,11,14-icosatrienoate
8,11,14-icosatrienoic acid
8z,11z,14z-eicosatrienoate
8z,11z,14z-eicosatrienoic acid
All-cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoate
All-cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoic acid
Bishomo-gamma-linolenate
Bishomo-gamma-linolenic acid
Dgla
Dihomo-gamma-linolenate
Dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid
Eicosatrienoate
Eicosatrienoic acid
Homo-gamma-linolenate
Cis,cis,cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoate
Cis,cis,cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoic acid
Cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoate
Cis-8,11,14-eicosatrienoic acid
Cis-8,cis-11,cis-14-eicosatrienoate
Cis-8,cis-11,cis-14-eicosatrienoic acid
Gamma-homolinolenate
Gamma-homolinolenic acid
20:3, n-6,9,12 all-cis
8c,11c,14c-eicosatrienoic acid
8c,11c,14c-eicosatriensaeure
All-cis-8,11,14-icosatrienoic acid
All-cis-eicosa-8,11,14-trienoic acid
All-cis-eicosa-8,11,14-triensaeure
C20:3, n-6,9,12 all-cis
Eicosa-8z,11z,14z-trienoic acid
Homo-gamma-linolenic acid
Homo-gamma-linolensaeure
8c,11c,14c-eicosatrienoate
All-cis-8,11,14-icosatrienoate
All-cis-eicosa-8,11,14-trienoate
Dihomo-g-linolenate
Dihomo-g-linolenic acid
Dihomo-γ-linolenate
Dihomo-γ-linolenic acid
Eicosa-8z,11z,14z-trienoate
G-homolinolenate
G-homolinolenic acid
γ-homolinolenate
γ-homolinolenic acid
Homo-g-linolenate
Homo-g-linolenic acid
Homo-γ-linolenate
Homo-γ-linolenic acid
Homo-g-linolensaeure
Homo-γ-linolensaeure
Dihomolinolenate
Dihomolinolenic acid
FA(20:3(8Z,11Z,14Z))


adrenic acid

Adrenic acid, also known as 7,10,13,16-docosatetraenoic acid or adrenate, is a member of the class of compounds known as very long-chain fatty acids. Very long-chain fatty acids are fatty acids with an aliphatic tail that contains at least 22 carbon atoms. Adrenic acid is practically insoluble (in water) and a weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). Adrenic acid can be found in blood and in human myelin tissue. Within the cell, adrenic acid is primarily located in the cytoplasm, in the membrane (predicted from logP), and in the peroxisome. It can also be found in the extracellular space. In humans, adrenic acid is involved in alpha-linolenic acid and linoleic acid metabolism. Docosatetraenoic acid designates any straight chain 22:4 fatty acid. In particular, all-cis-7,10,13,16-docosatetraenoic acid is an ω-6 fatty acid with the trivial name adrenic acid (AdA). This is a naturally occurring polyunsaturated fatty acid formed through a 2-carbon chain elongation of arachidonic acid. It is one of the most abundant fatty acids in the early human brain. This unsaturated fatty acid is also metabolized by cells into biologically active products, such as dihomoprostaglandins and dihomo-epoxyeicosatrienoic acids (dihomo-EETs) (Wikipedia). Adrenic acid, which is a prostacyclin inhibitor, appears to be a potential prothrombotic agent (PMID: 1642692).

7,10,13,16-docosatetraenoic acid (van) adrenate

7,10,13,16-docosatetraenoic acid (van) adrenic acid


Docosapentaenoic acid (22n-3) (also known as clupanodonic acid) is an essential omega-3 fatty acid (EFA) which is prevalent in fish oils. Docosapentaenoic acid, commonly called DPA, is an intermediary between eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA, 20:5 ω-3) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, 22:6 ω-3). Seal oil is a rich source of this metabolite. There are three functions of docosapentaenoic acid. Most importantly, it is a component of phospholipids found in all animal cell membranes, and a deficiency of docosapentaenoic acid leads to faulty membranes being formed. Secondly, it is involved in the transport and oxidation of cholesterol, and clupanodonic acid tends to lower plasma cholesterol. A third function is as a precursor of prostanoids which are only formed from docosapentaenoic acid. Deficiency of this in experimental animals causes lesions mainly attributable to faulty cellular membranes. Outcomes include sudden failure of growth, lesions of the skin, kidney, and connective tissue, erythrocyte fragility, impaired fertility, and the uncoupling of oxidation and phosphorylation. In humans, pure deficiency of docosapentaenoic acid has been studied particularly in persons fed intravenously. A relative deficiency (that is, a low ratio in the body of docosapentaenoic to long-chain saturated fatty acids and isomers of docosapentaenoate) is common in Western diets and plays an important part in the causation of atherosclerosis, coronary thrombosis, multiple sclerosis, the triopathy of diabetes mellitus, hypertension, and certain forms of malignant disease. Various factors affect the dietary requirement of docosapentaenoic acid (PMID: 6469703).


triolein

TG(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)) or Triolein is a monoacid triglyceride. Triglycerides (TGs) are also known as triacylglycerols or triacylglycerides. TGs are fatty acid triesters of glycerol and may be divided into three general types with respect to their acyl substituents. They are simple or monoacid if they contain only one type of fatty acid, diacid if they contain two types of fatty acids and triacid if three different acyl groups. Chain lengths of the fatty acids in naturally occurring triglycerides can be of varying lengths and saturations but 16, 18 and 20 carbons are the most common. TGs are the main constituent of vegetable oil and animal fats. TGs are major components of very low density lipoprotein (VLDL) and chylomicrons, play an important role in metabolism as energy sources and transporters of dietary fat. They contain more than twice the energy (9 kcal/g) of carbohydrates and proteins. In the intestine, triglycerides are split into glycerol and fatty acids (this process is called lipolysis) (with the help of lipases and bile secretions), which can then move into blood vessels. The triglycerides are rebuilt in the blood from their fragments and become constituents of lipoproteins, which deliver the fatty acids to and from fat cells among other functions. Various tissues can release the free fatty acids and take them up as a source of energy. Fat cells can synthesize and store triglycerides. When the body requires fatty acids as an energy source, the hormone glucagon signals the breakdown of the triglycerides by hormone-sensitive lipase to release free fatty acids. As the brain cannot utilize fatty acids as an energy source, the glycerol component of triglycerides can be converted into glucose for brain fuel when it is broken down. (www.cyberlipid.org, www.wikipedia.org). TAGs can serve as fatty acid stores in all cells, but primarily in adipocytes of adipose tissue. The major building block for the synthesis of triacylglycerides, in non-adipose tissue, is glycerol. Adipocytes lack glycerol kinase and so must use another route to TAG synthesis. Specifically, dihydroxyacetone phosphate (DHAP), which is produced during glycolysis, is the precursor for TAG synthesis in adipose tissue. DHAP can also serve as a TAG precursor in non-adipose tissues, but does so to a much lesser extent than glycerol. The use of DHAP for the TAG backbone depends on whether the synthesis of the TAGs occurs in the mitochondria and ER or the ER and the peroxisomes. The ER/mitochondria pathway requires the action of glycerol-3-phosphate dehydrogenase to convert DHAP to glycerol-3-phosphate. Glycerol-3-phosphate acyltransferase then esterifies a fatty acid to glycerol-3-phosphate thereby generating lysophosphatidic acid. The ER/peroxisome reaction pathway uses the peroxisomal enzyme DHAP acyltransferase to acylate DHAP to acyl-DHAP which is then reduced by acyl-DHAP reductase. The fatty acids that are incorporated into TAGs are activated to acyl-CoAs through the action of acyl-CoA synthetases. Two molecules of acyl-CoA are esterified to glycerol-3-phosphate to yield 1,2-diacylglycerol phosphate (also known as phosphatidic acid). The phosphate is then removed by phosphatidic acid phosphatase (PAP1), to generate 1,2-diacylglycerol. This diacylglycerol serves as the substrate for addition of the third fatty acid to make TAG. Intestinal monoacylglycerols, derived from dietary fats, can also serve as substrates for the synthesis of 1,2-diacylglycerols.

(9z)-1,1',1''-(1,2,3-propanetriyl) ester 9-octadecenoic acid

(9z)-1,2,3-propanetriyl ester 9-octadecenoic acid

(z)-1,2,3-propanetriyl ester 9-octadecenoic acid

(z)-9-octadecenoic acid, 1,2,3-propanetriyl ester


3-Methylthiofentanyl belongs to the class of organic compounds known as anilides. These are organic heterocyclic compounds derived from oxoacids RkE(=O)l(OH)m (l not 0) by replacing an OH group by the NHPh group or derivative formed by ring substitution. 3-Methylthiofentanyl is considered to be a practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral molecule. In humans, 3-methylthiofentanyl is involved in the 3-methylthiofentanyl action pathway.


Acenocoumarol

Acenocoumarol is a coumarin derivative used as an anticoagulant. Coumarin derivatives inhibit the reduction of vitamin K by vitamin K reductase. This prevents carboxylation of vitamin K-dependent clotting factors, II, VII, XI and X, and interferes with coagulation. Hematocrit, hemoglobin, international normalized ratio and liver panel should be monitored. Patients on acenocoumarol are prohibited from giving blood.


Glyburide

Glyburide is an oral antihyperglycemic agent used for the treatment of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). It belongs to the sulfonylurea class of insulin secretagogues, which act by stimulating β cells of the pancreas to release insulin. Sulfonylureas increase both basal insulin secretion and meal-stimulated insulin release. Medications in this class differ in their dose, rate of absorption, duration of action, route of elimination and binding site on their target pancreatic β cell receptor. Sulfonylureas also increase peripheral glucose utilization, decrease hepatic gluconeogenesis and may increase the number and sensitivity of insulin receptors. Sulfonylureas are associated with weight gain, though less so than insulin. Due to their mechanism of action, sulfonylureas may cause hypoglycemia and require consistent food intake to decrease this risk. The risk of hypoglycemia is increased in elderly, debilitated and malnourished individuals. Glyburide has been shown to decrease fasting plasma glucose, postprandial blood glucose and glycosolated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels (reflective of the last 8-10 weeks of glucose control). Glyburide appears to be completely metabolized, likely in the liver. Although its metabolites exert a small hypoglycemic effect, their contribution to glyburide's hypoglycemic effect is thought to be clinically unimportant. Glyburide metabolites are excreted in urine and feces in approximately equal proportions. The half-life of glyburide appears to be unaffected in those with a creatinine clearance of greater than 29 ml/min/1.73m2.


glyceraldehyde

Glyceraldehyde is a triose monosaccharide with chemical formula C3H6O3. It is the simplest of all common aldoses. It is a sweet, colourless crystalline solid that is an intermediate compound in carbohydrate metabolism. The word "glyceraldehyde" comes from combining glycerine and aldehyde, as glyceraldehyde is merely glycerine with one hydroxide changed to an aldehyde. Glyceraldehyde is produced from the action of the enzyme glyceraldehyde dehydrogenase, which converts glycerol to glyceraldehyde using NADP as a cofactor. When present at sufficiently high levels, glyceraldehyde can be a cytotoxin and a mutagen. A cytotoxin is a compound that kills cells. A mutagen is a compound that causes mutations in DNA. Glyceraldehyde is a highly reactive compound that can modify and cross-link proteins. Glyceraldehyde-modified proteins appear to be cytotoxic, depress intracellular glutathione levels, and induce reactive oxygen species (ROS) production (PMID: 14981296). Glyceraldehyde has been shown to cause chromosome damage to human cells in culture and is mutagenic in the Ames bacterial test.

(+/-)-2,3-dihydroxy-propanal
(+/-)-glyceraldehyde
2,3-dihydroxypropanal
2,3-dihydroxypropionaldehyde
D-(+)-glyceraldehyde
D-2,3-dihydroxypropanal
D-2,3-dihydroxypropionaldehyde
D-aldotriose
D-glyceraldehyde
D-glycerose
Dl-glyceraldehyde
Dihydroxypropionaldehyde
Glyceraldehyde
Glyceric aldehyde
Glycerinaldehyde
Glycerinformal
Glycerose
Alpha,beta-dihydroxypropionaldehyde
Delta-(+)-glyceraldehyde
Delta-2,3-dihydroxypropanal
Delta-2,3-dihydroxypropionaldehyde
Delta-aldotriose
Delta-glyceraldehyde
Delta-glycerose
(+-)-glyceraldehyde
Aldotriose
Gliceraldehido
Glyceraldehyd
Glycerinaldehyd
Glyzerinaldehyd


homovanillic acid

Homovanillic acid is a dopamine metabolite occurring in human biofluids. A high proportion of patients with neuroblastoma excrete increased amounts of it in their urine. Homovanillic acid is a major catecholamine metabolite. It is used as a reagent to detect oxidative enzymes.(Wikipedia).

(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetate
(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)acetic acid
3-methoxy-4-hydroxy-phenylacetic acid
3-methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylacetate
3-methoxy-4-hydroxyphenylacetic acid
4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzeneacetate
4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzeneacetic acid
4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenylacetic acid
4-hydroxy 3-methoxyphenylacetic acid
Homovanilate
Homovanilic acid
Homovanillate
Homovanillinic acid
Vanilacetate
Vanilacetic acid
Hva
Vanillacetic acid
Vanillacetate


4-Hydroxy-2,6-dimethylaniline is a metabolite of lidocaine. Lidocaine, Xylocaine, or lignocaine is a common local anesthetic and antiarrhythmic drug. Lidocaine is used topically to relieve itching, burning and pain from skin inflammations, injected as a dental anesthetic or as a local anesthetic for minor surgery. (Wikipedia)


(2E)-Dodecenoyl-CoA is an intermediate in fatty acid metabolism, the substrate of the enzyme acyl-CoA oxidase [EC-1.3.3.6], and enzymes acyl-CoA dehydrogenase, long-chain-acyl-CoA dehydrogenase [EC 1.3.99.3-1.3.99.13]; (2E)-Dodecenoyl-CoA is an intermediate in fatty acid elongation in mitochondria, being the substrate of the enzyme enoyl-CoA hydratase and [EC 4.2.1.17]. (KEGG).


Butyryl-CoA is an intermediate in the metabolism of Butanoate. It is a substrate for Acyl-coenzyme A oxidase 3 (peroxisomal), 3-ketoacyl-CoA thiolase (mitochondrial), 3-ketoacyl-CoA thiolase (peroxisomal), Acyl-coenzyme A oxidase 1 (peroxisomal), Acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (medium-chain specific, mitochondrial), Acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (long-chain specific, mitochondrial), Acyl-coenzyme A oxidase 2 (peroxisomal), Acetyl-CoA acetyltransferase (mitochondrial), Acetyl-CoA acetyltransferase (cytosolic), Acyl-CoA dehydrogenase (short-chain specific, mitochondrial) and Trifunctional enzyme beta subunit (mitochondrial).

Butanoyl-coa
Butanoyl-coenzyme a
Butyryl-coa
Butyryl-coenzyme a
CoA(4:0)


Hydrochlorothiazide

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic often considered the prototypical member of this class. It reduces the reabsorption of electrolytes from the renal tubules. This results in increased excretion of water and electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. It has been used in the treatment of several disorders including edema, hypertension, diabetes insipidus, and hypoparathyroidism. -- Pubchem. Hydrochlorothiazide (Apo-Hydro, Aquazide H, Microzide, Oretic), sometimes abbreviated HCT, HCTZ, or HZT is a popular diuretic drug that acts by inhibiting the kidney's ability to retain water. This reduces the volume of the blood, decreasing peripheral vascular resistance. Chlorothiazide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. --Wikipedia.


Hydrocodone

Hydrocodone is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a narcotic analgesic related to codeine, but more potent and more addicting by weight. It is used also as cough suppressant. [PubChem]Hydrocodone acts as a weak agonist at OP1, OP2, and OP3 opiate receptors within the central nervous system (CNS). Hydrocodone primarily affects OP3 receptors, which are coupled with G-protein receptors and function as modulators, both positive and negative, of synaptic transmission via G-proteins that activate effector proteins. Binding of the opiate stimulates the exchange of GTP for GDP on the G-protein complex. As the effector system is adenylate cyclase and cAMP located at the inner surface of the plasma membrane, opioids decrease intracellular cAMP by inhibiting adenylate cyclase. Subsequently, the release of nociceptive neurotransmitters such as substance P, GABA, dopamine, acetylcholine, and noradrenaline is inhibited. Opioids such as hydrocodone also inhibit the release of vasopressin, somatostatin, insulin, and glucagon. Opioids close N-type voltage-operated calcium channels (OP2-receptor agonist) and open calcium-dependent inwardly rectifying potassium channels (OP3 and OP1 receptor agonist). This results in hyperpolarization and reduced neuronal excitability.


Hydromorphone

Hydromorphone is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is an opioid analgesic derived from morphine and used mainly as an analgesic. It has a shorter duration of action and is more potent than morphine. [PubChem]Hydromorphone is a narcotic analgesic; its principal therapeutic effect is relief of pain. Hydromorphone interacts predominantly with the opioid mu-receptors. These mu-binding sites are discretely distributed in the human brain, with high densities in the posterior amygdala, hypothalamus, thalamus, nucleus caudatus, putamen, and certain cortical areas. They are also found on the terminal axons of primary afferents within laminae I and II (substantia gelatinosa) of the spinal cord and in the spinal nucleus of the trigeminal nerve. In clinical settings, Hydromorphone exerts its principal pharmacological effect on the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract. Hydromorphone also binds with kappa-receptors which are thought to mediate spinal analgesia, miosis and sedation.


nucleoside 5'-triphoshate(3-)

Formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate belongs to the class of organic compounds known as pentose phosphates. These are carbohydrate derivatives containing a pentose substituted by one or more phosphate groups. Formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate is slightly soluble (in water) and an extremely strong acidic compound (based on its pKa). Formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate exists in all living organisms, ranging from bacteria to humans. In humans, formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate is involved in pterine biosynthesis pathway. Formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate is also involved in several metabolic disorders, some of which include the segawa syndrome pathway, hyperphenylalaniemia due to guanosine triphosphate cyclohydrolase deficiency, sepiapterin reductase deficiency, and hyperphenylalaninemia due to 6-pyruvoyltetrahydropterin synthase deficiency (PTPS). Formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate is involved in folate biosynthesis. Formamidopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphat is created from 2,5-Diaminopyrimidine nucleoside triphosphate by GTP cyclohydrolase I [EC:3.5.4.16].


Hydroxyzine

A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite cetirizine, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative. [PubChem]

Hidroxizina [inn-spanish]
Hydroksyzyny [polish]
Hydroxizinum
Hydroxyzinum [inn-latin]
Hydroxyzine pamoate
Hydroxyzine base
Hydroxyzyne
Hydroxyzin
Hydroxycine
Idrossizina [dcit]
Hydroxizine
Hydroxine
Hidroxizina
Hychotine
Hydroxyzinum
Idrossizina


Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely marketed under various trademarks including Act-3, Advil, Brufen, Motrin, Nuprin, and Nurofen. It is used for relief of symptoms of arthritis, primary dysmenorrhoea, and fever; Ibuprofen is an NSAID which is believed to work through inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX), thus inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis. There are at least 2 variations of cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2), ibuprofen inhibits both COX-1 and COX-2. It appears that its analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory activity are achieved principally through COX-2 inhibition; whereas COX-1 inhibition is responsible for its unwanted effects on platelet aggregation and the GI mucosa. As with other NSAIDs, ibuprofen inhibits platelet aggregation, but is not used therapeutically for this action since it is a minor and reversible effect. -- Wikipedia.


Felodipine

Felodipine is a long-acting 1,4-dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker (CCB)b. It acts primarily on vascular smooth muscle cells by stabilizing voltage-gated L-type calcium channels in their inactive conformation. By inhibiting the influx of calcium in smooth muscle cells, felodipine prevents calcium-dependent myocyte contraction and vasoconstriction. Felodipine is the most potent CCB in use and is unique in that it exhibits fluorescent activity. In addition to binding to L-type calcium channels, felodipine binds to a number of calcium-binding proteins, exhibits competitive antagonism of the mineralcorticoid receptor, inhibits the activity of calmodulin-dependent cyclic nucleotide phosphodiesterase, and blocks calcium influx through voltage-gated T-type calcium channels. Felodipine is used to treat mild to moderate essential hypertension.

4-(2,3-dichlorophenyl)-1,4-dihydro-2,6-dimethyl-3,5-pyridinedicarboxylic acid ethyl methyl ester


Ifosfamide

Ifosfamide is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a positional isomer of cyclophosphamide which is active as an alkylating agent and an immunosuppressive agent. [PubChem]The exact mechanism of ifosfamide has not been determined, but appears to be similar to other alkylating agents. Ifosfamide requires biotransformation in the liver by mixed-function oxidases (cytochrome P450 system) before it becomes active. After metabolic activation, active metabolites of ifosfamide alkylate or bind with many intracellular molecular structures, including nucleic acids. The cytotoxic action is primarily through the alkylation of DNA, done by attaching the N-7 position of guanine to its reactive electrophilic groups. The formation of inter and intra strand cross-links in the DNA results in cell death.


Indapamide

Indapamide is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a benzamide-sulfonamide-indole. It is called a thiazide-like diuretic but structure is different enough (lacking the thiazo-ring) so it is not clear that the mechanism is comparable. [PubChem]Indapamide blocks the slow component of delayed rectifier potassium current (IKs) without altering the rapid component (IKr) or the inward rectifier current. Specifically it blocks or antagonizes the action the proteins KCNQ1 and KCNE1. Indapamide is also thought to stimulate the synthesis of the vasodilatory hypotensive prostaglandin PGE2.

Indapamida [inn-spanish]
Indapamidum [inn-latin]
Indapamida
Indapamidum


Lymecycline

Lymecycline is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a tetracycline with a 7-chloro substitution.Lymecycline inhibits cell growth by inhibiting translation. It binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit and prevents the amino-acyl tRNA from binding to the A site of the ribosome. The binding is reversible in nature. Lymecycline is lipophilic and can easily pass through the cell membrane or passively diffuses through porin channels in the bacterial membrane. Cells become resistant to lymecycline by at least two mechanisms: efflux and ribosomal protection. In efflux, a resistance gene encodes a membrane protein that actively pumps lymecycline out of the cell. This is the mechanism of action of the tetracycline resistance gene on the artificial plasmid pBR322. In ribosomal protection, a resistance gene encodes a protein which binds to the ribosome and prevents lymecycline from acting on the ribosome.


Betazole

Betazole is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a histamine H2 agonist used clinically to test gastric secretory function. [PubChem]Betazole is a histamine analogue. It produces the same effects as histamine, binding the H2 receptor which is a mediator of gastric acid secretion. This agonist action thereby results in an increase in the volume of gastric acid produced.


bromazine

Bromodiphenhydramine is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is an ethanolamine antihistamine with antimicrobial property. Bromodiphenhydramine is used in the control of cutaneous allergies. Ethanolamine antihistamines produce marked sedation in most patientsBromodiphenhydramine competes with free histamine for binding at HA-receptor sites. This antagonizes the effects of histamine on HA-receptors, leading to a reduction of the negative symptoms brought on by histamine HA-receptor binding.


Dexbrompheniramine

Dexbrompheniramine is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is an antihistamine used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever or urticaria. Dexbrompheniramine competitively binds to the histamine H1-receptor. It competes with histamine for the normal H1-receptor sites on effector cells of the gastrointestinal tract, blood vessels and respiratory tract. This blocks the action of endogenous histamine, which subsequently leads to temporary relief of the negative symptoms brought on by histamine.

D-brompheniramine Parabromdylamine Parabromodylamine (+)-brompheniraminum (s)-(+)-brompheniramine (s)-brompheniramine Dexbromfeniramina Dexbrompheniraminum


E. coli R2 core

Lipopolysaccharides (LPS), also known as lipoglycans, are large molecules consisting of a lipid and a polysaccharide joined by a covalent bond; they are found in the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, act as endotoxins and elicit strong immune responses in animals. LPS is the major component of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, contributing greatly to the structural integrity of the bacteria, and protecting the membrane from certain kinds of chemical attack. LPS also increases the negative charge of the cell membrane and helps stabilize the overall membrane structure. It is of crucial importance to gram negative bacteria, whose death results if it is mutated or removed. LPS is an endotoxin, and induces a strong response from normal animal immune systems. LPS acts as the prototypical endotoxin because it binds the CD14/TLR4/MD2 receptor complex, which promotes the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines in many cell types, but especially in macrophages. In Immunology, the term "LPS challenge" refers to the process of exposing a subject to an LPS which may act as a toxin. LPS is also an exogenous pyrogen (external fever-inducing substance). Being of crucial importance to gram negative bacteria, these molecules make candidate targets for new antimicrobial agents. LPS comprises three parts: 1. O antigen (or O polysaccharide). 2. Core polysaccharide. 3. Lipid A. LPS Core domain always contains an oligosaccharide component which attaches directly to lipid A and commonly contains sugars such as heptose and 3-deoxy-D-mannooctulosonic Acid (also known as KDO, keto-deoxyoctulosonate).[2] The LPS Cores of many bacteria also contain non-carbohydrate components, such as phosphate, amino acids, and ethanolamine substitutents.(from wiki). This card shows the LPS core component in E.coli.

Core oligosaccharide
Core oligosaccharide lipid a
Endotoxin lps core
Endotoxin lipopolysaccharide core
Lps core
Lipopolysaccharide ra component
Lipopolysaccharide core endotoxin
Ra-lps


Sapropterin

L-Erythro-tetrahydrobiopterin, also known as R-THBP or 6R-BH4, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as biopterins and derivatives. These are coenzymes containing a 2-amino-pteridine-4-one derivative. They are mainly synthesized in several parts of the body, including the pineal gland. L-Erythro-tetrahydrobiopterin is a drug which is used for the treatment of tetrahydrobiopterin (bh4) deficiency. L-Erythro-tetrahydrobiopterin exists as a solid, slightly soluble (in water), and a very weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). In humans, L-erythro-tetrahydrobiopterin is involved in the phenylalanine and tyrosine metabolism pathway. L-Erythro-tetrahydrobiopterin is also involved in a few metabolic disorders, which include the tyrosinemia type 2 (or richner-hanhart syndrome) pathway, the phenylketonuria pathway, and the tyrosinemia type 3 (tyro3) pathway. L-erythro-tetrahydrobiopterin is part of the Folate biosynthesis pathway. It is a substrate for: Sepiapterin reductase.


Clomocycline

Clomocycline is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a tetracycline antibiotic.Clomocycline inhibits cell growth by inhibiting translation. It binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit and prevents the amino-acyl tRNA from binding to the A site of the ribosome. The binding is reversible in nature. Clomocycline is lipophilic and can easily pass through the cell membrane or passively diffuses through porin channels in the bacterial membrane.

Clomociclina [inn-spanish]
Clomocyclinum [inn-latin]
Chlormethylenecycline
Clomocyclina
Clomocyclinum


Irbesartan

Irbesartan is an angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) used mainly for the treatment of hypertension. It competes with angiotensin II for binding at the AT1 receptor subtype. Unlike ACE inhibitors, ARBs do not have the adverse effect of dry cough. The use of ARBs is pending revision due to findings from several clinical trials suggesting that this class of drugs may be associated with a small increased risk of cancer.


Dimethylthiambutene

Dimethylthiambutene belongs to the class of organic compounds known as heteroaromatic compounds. Heteroaromatic compounds are compounds containing an aromatic ring where a carbon atom is linked to an hetero atom. Dimethylthiambutene exists as a solid and is considered to be practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral. In humans, dimethylthiambutene is involved in the metabolic disorder called the dimethylthiambutene action pathway.


Diphenylpyraline

Diphenylpyraline is an antihistamine. Antihistamines used in the treatment of allergy act by competing with histamine for H 1-receptor sites on effector cells. Antihistamines prevent, but do not reverse, responses mediated by histamine alone. Antihistamines antagonize, in varying degrees, most of the pharmacological effects of histamine, including urticaria and pruritus.


Enalaprilat

Enalaprilat belongs to the family of Peptides. These are compounds containing an amide derived from two or more amino carboxylic acid molecules (the same or different) by formation of a covalent bond from the carbonyl carbon of one to the nitrogen atom of another. Enalaprilat is the active drug form of the ACE inhibitor Enalapril.


tetraoleyl cardiolipin

CL(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)) is a cardiolipin (CL). Cardiolipins (bisphosphatidyl glycerol) are an important component of the inner mitochondrial membrane, where they constitute about 20% of the total lipid. Cardiolipins are a "double" phospholipid because they have four fatty acid tails, instead of the usual two. While most lipids are made in the endoplasmic reticulum, cardiolipin is synthesized on the matrix side of the inner mitochondrial membrane. They are highly abundant in metabolically active cells (heart, muscle) and play an important role in the blood clotting process.


PS(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)) is a phosphatidylserine (PS or GPSer). It is a glycerophospholipid in which a phosphorylserine moiety occupies a glycerol substitution site. As is the case with diacylglycerols, glycerophosphoserines can have many different combinations of fatty acids of varying lengths and saturation attached at the C-1 and C-2 positions. Fatty acids containing 16, 18 and 20 carbons are the most common. PS(18:1(9Z)/18:1(9Z)), in particular, consists of one chain of oleic acid at the C-1 position and one chain of oleic acid at the C-2 position. The oleic acid moiety is derived from vegetable oils, especially olive and canola oil, while the oleic acid moiety is derived from vegetable oils, especially olive and canola oil. Phosphatidylserine or 1,2-diacyl-sn-glycero-3-phospho-L-serine is distributed widely among animals, plants and microorganisms. It is usually less than 10% of the total phospholipids, the greatest concentration being in myelin from brain tissue. However, it may comprise 10 to 20 mol% of the total phospholipid in the plasma membrane and endoplasmic reticulum of the cell. Phosphatidylserine is an acidic (anionic) phospholipid with three ionizable groups, i.e. the phosphate moiety, the amino group and the carboxyl function. As with other acidic lipids, it exists in nature in salt form, but it has a high propensity to chelate to calcium via the charged oxygen atoms of both the carboxyl and phosphate moieties, modifying the conformation of the polar head group. This interaction may be of considerable relevance to the biological function of phosphatidylserine, especially during bone formation for example. As phosphatidylserine is located entirely on the inner monolayer surface of the plasma membrane (and of other cellular membranes) and it is the most abundant anionic phospholipids. Therefore phosphatidylseriine may make the largest contribution to interfacial effects in membranes involving non-specific electrostatic interactions. This normal distribution is disturbed during platelet activation and cellular apoptosis. In human plasma, 1-stearoyl-2-oleoyl and 1-stearoyl-2-arachidonoyl species predominate, but in brain (especially grey matter), retina and many other tissues 1-stearoyl-2-docosahexaenoyl species are very abundant. Indeed, the ratio of n-3 to n-6 fatty acids in brain phosphatidylserine is very much higher than in most other lipids. While most phospholipids have a saturated fatty acid on C-1 and an unsaturated fatty acid on C-2 of the glycerol backbone, the fatty acid distribution at the C-1 and C-2 positions of glycerol within phospholipids is continually in flux, owing to phospholipid degradation and the continuous phospholipid remodeling that occurs while these molecules are in membranes. Phosphatidylserines typically carry a net charge of -1 at physiological pH. They mostly have palmitic or stearic acid on carbon 1 and a long chain unsaturated fatty acid (e.g. 18:2, 20:4 and 22:6) on carbon 2. PS biosynthesis involves an exchange reaction of serine for ethanolamine in PE.


leucodopachrome

Leucodopachrome is an indolic intermediate in the melanogenesis pathway, the non-enzymatic product of dopaquinone through cyclization in a reaction whose operation is determined by a pH greater than 4 (melanin synthesis in human pigment cell lysates is maximal at pH 6.8). Leucodopachrome participates in redox exchange with dopaquinone to give the eumelanin precursor dopachrome plus DOPA. Dopaquinone (the quinone intermediate resulting from tyrosinase-mediated oxidation of tyrosine, monophenol dihydroxyphenylalanine:oxygen oxidoreductase, EC 1.14.18.1) could be a toxic metabolite in melanin biosynthesis (PMID: 6807981, 1445949, 413870, 11461115, 11171088, 12755639).


Tacrolimus

Tacrolimus (also FK-506 or Fujimycin) is an immunosuppressive drug whose main use is after organ transplant to reduce the activity of the patient's immune system and so the risk of organ rejection. It is also used in a topical preparation in the treatment of severe atopic dermatitis, severe refractory uveitis after bone marrow transplants, and the skin condition vitiligo. It was discovered in 1984 from the fermentation broth of a Japanese soil sample that contained the bacteria Streptomyces tsukubaensis. Tacrolimus is chemically known as a macrolide. It reduces peptidyl-prolyl isomerase activity by binding to the immunophilin FKBP-12 (FK506 binding protein) creating a new complex. This FKBP12-FK506 complex interacts with and inhibits calcineurin thus inhibiting both T-lymphocyte signal transduction and IL-2 transcription.


Carfentanil

Carfentanil belongs to the class of organic compounds known as fentanyls. Fentanyls are compounds containing the fentanyl moiety or a derivative, which is based on a N-(1-(2-phenylethyl)-4-piperidinyl)-N-phenylpropanamide skeleton. Carfentanil is considered to be a practically insoluble (in water) and relatively neutral molecule.

4-((1-oxopropyl)phenylamino)-1-(2-phenylethyl)-4-piperidinecarboxylic acid methyl ester


Anileridine

Anileridine is a synthetic opioid and strong analgesic medication. It is a narcotic pain reliever used to treat moderate to severe pain. Narcotic analgesics act in the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain. Some of their side effects are also caused by actions in the CNS.

1-[2-(4-aminophenyl)ethyl]-4-phenyl-4-piperidinecarboxlic acid ethyl ester


Ketobemidone

Ketobemidone (Cliradon, Ketogan, Ketodur, Cymidon, Ketorax, &c.) is a powerful opioid analgesic. Its effectiveness against pain is in the same range as morphine, and it also has some NMDA-antagonist properties imparted by its metabolite norketobemidone. This makes it useful for some types of pain that don't respond well to other opioids. The most commonly cited equalisation ratio for analgesic doses is 25 mg of ketobemidone hydrobromide to 60 mg of morphine hydrochloride or sulfate and circa 8 mg of ketobemidone by injection. Ketobemidone is 1-methyl-4-(3-hydroxyphenyl)-4-propionylpiperidine. It is usually available as the hydrochloride, which is a white powder. It is synthesized by alkylating (3-methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile with bis(2-chloroethyl)methylamine, followed by reaction with ethylmagnesiumbromide, and finally O-demethylation with hydrobromic acid.


Ketoprofen

Ketoprofen is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a propionic acid derivative and is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAIA) with analgesic and antipyretic properties. The anti-inflammatory effects of ketoprofen are believed to be due to inhibition cylooxygenase-2 (COX-2), an enzyme involved in prostaglandin synthesis via the arachidonic acid pathway. This results in decreased levels of prostaglandins that mediate pain, fever and inflammation. Ketoprofen is a non-specific cyclooxygenase inhibitor and inhibition of COX-1 is thought to confer some of its side effects, such as GI upset and ulceration. Ketoprofen is thought to have anti-bradykinin activity, as well as lysosomal membrane-stabilizing action. Antipyretic effects may be due to action on the hypothalamus, resulting in an increased peripheral blood flow, vasodilation, and subsequent heat dissipation.


Ketorolac

Ketorolac is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to indomethacin. It is an NSAID and is used principally for its analgesic activity (from Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed). Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) chemically related to indomethacin and tolmetin. Ketorolac tromethamine is a racemic mixture of [-]S- and [+]R-enantiomeric forms, with the S-form having analgesic activity. Its antiinflammatory effects are believed to be due to inhibition of both cylooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cylooxygenase-2 (COX-2) which leads to the inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis leading to decreased formation of precursors of prostaglandins and thromboxanes from arachidonic acid. The resultant reduction in prostaglandin synthesis and activity may be at least partially responsible for many of the adverse, as well as the therapeutic, effects of these medications. Analgesia is probably produced via a peripheral action in which blockade of pain impulse generation results from decreased prostaglandin activity. However, inhibition of the synthesis or actions of other substances that sensitize pain receptors to mechanical or chemical stimulation may also contribute to the analgesic effect. In terms of the ophthalmic applications of ketorolac - ocular administration of ketorolac reduces prostaglandin E2 levels in aqueous humor, secondary to inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis.


Levobupivacaine

Levobupivacaine is an amino-amide local anaesthetic drug belonging to the family of n-alkylsubstituted. pipecoloxylidide. It is the S-enantiomer of bupivacaine. Levobupivacaine hydrochloride is commonly marketed by AstraZeneca under the trade name Chirocaine. Compared to bupivacaine, levobupivacaine is associated with less vasodilation and has a longer duration of action. It is approximately 13 per cent less potent (by molarity) than racemic bupivacaine.Levobupivacaine is indicated for local anaesthesia including infiltration, nerve block, ophthalmic, epidural and intrathecal anaesthesia in adults; and infiltration analgesia in children. Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are rare when it is administered correctly. Most ADRs relate to administration technique (resulting in systemic exposure) or pharmacological effects of anesthesia, however allergic reactions can rarely occur. [Wikipedia]

Levobupivacaine hydrochloride
(-)-bupivacaine
(s)-1-butyl-2',6'-pipecoloxylidide
(s)-bupivacaine
L-(-)-bupivacaine
L-(-)-1-butyl-2',6'-pipecoloxylidide


(2E)-Hexadecenoyl-CoA is an intermediate in fatty acid metabolism, the substrate of the enzyme enoyl-CoA hydratase [EC:4.2.1.17]; (2E)-Hexadecenoyl-CoA is also the substrate of the enzyme trans-2-enoyl-CoA reductase [EC:1.3.1.38], in the fatty acid elongation pathway in mitochondria. (PMID: 1278159, KEGG).


Ubiquinol 8 is a ubiquinol in which the polyprenyl substituent is octaprenyl. Ubiquinol-8 is the reduced form of ubiquinone-8. Ubiquinone (also known as coenzyme Q) is an isoprenoid quinone that functions as an electron carrier in membranes. In eukaryotes, ubiquinone is found mostly within the inner mitochondrial membrane where it functions in respiratory electron transport, transferring two electrons from either complex I (NADH dehydrogenase) or complex II (succinate-ubiquinone reductase) to complex III (bc1 complex). The quinone nucleus of ubiquinone is derived directly from 4-hydroxybenzoate, while the isoprenoid subunits of the polyisoprenoid tail are synthesized via the methylerythritol phosphate pathway, which feeds isoprene units into the polyprenyl biosynthesis pathways. The number of isoprenoid subunits in the ubiquinone side chain varies in different species. For example, Saccharomyces cerevisiae has 6 such subunits, Escherichia coli K-12 has 8, rat and mouse have 9, and Homo sapiens has 10. Ubiquinol-8 is effective as an anti-oxidant. By donating one of its hydrogen atoms to become the free-radical semiquinone (.Q-), it can neutralize a lipid peroxyl radical. The free-radical semiquinone is then restored to a non-free-radical state by the respiratory chain Q cycle. Ubiquinol or the free-radical semiquinone can also regenerate the Vitamin E tocopheroxyl radical by electron donation (http://www.benbest.com/nutrceut/CoEnzymeQ.html).


N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine 6-phosphate is an intermediate in amino sugar metabolism and is a substrate for UDP-N-acetylglucosamine--peptide N-acetylglucosaminyltransferase, Bifunctional UDP-N-acetylglucosamine 2-epimerase/N-acetylmannosamine kinase, Alpha-N-acetylglucosaminidase and Exostosin-2. It can be generated from N-acetyl-neuraminate-9-phosphate or N-acetyl-D-mannosamine.


L-adenosylselenomethionine zwitterion

Se-Adenosylselenomethionine is an intermediate in Selenoamino acid metabolism. Se-Adenosylselenomethionine is converted from Selenomethionine via the enzyme S-adenosylmethionine synthetase (EC 2.5.1.6). It is then. converted to Se-Adenosylselenohomocysteine via the enzyme Transferases (EC 2.1.1.-).


propanoyl-AMP

Propinol adenylate, also known as propionyl-amp, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as 5'-acylphosphoadenosines. These are ribonucleoside derivatives containing an adenoside moiety, where the phosphate group is acylated. Propinol adenylate is slightly soluble (in water) and an extremely strong acidic compound (based on its pKa). In humans, propinol adenylate is involved in the propanoate metabolism pathway. Propinol adenylate is also involved in a few metabolic disorders, which include the methylmalonic aciduria due to cobalamin-related disorders pathway, the malonic aciduria pathway, and malonyl-CoA decarboxylase deficiency. Propinol adenylate is involved in the propanoate metabolism pathway. Propinol adenylate can be reversibly produced from propanoate or propanoyl-CoA by acetyl-CoA synthetase [EC:6.2.1.1] and propionyl-CoA synthetase [EC:6.2.1.17].

5'-adenylic acid propanoic acid anhydride

5'-adenylic acid propionic acid anhydride


1-oleoyl-sn-glycerol 3-phosphate

LPA(18:1(9Z)/0:0) is a lysophosphatidic acid. It is a glycerophospholipid in which a phosphate moiety occupies a glycerol substitution site. Lysophosphatidic acids can have different combinations of fatty acids of varying lengths and saturation attached at the C-1 (sn-1) or C-2 (sn-2) position. Fatty acids containing 16 and 18 carbons are the most common. Lysophosphatidic acid is the simplest possible glycerophospholipid. It is the biosynthetic precursor of phosphatidic acid. Although it is present at very low levels only in animal tissues, it is extremely important biologically, influencing many biochemical processes. In particular, lysophosphatidic acid is an intercellular lipid mediator with growth factor-like activities, and is rapidly produced and released from activated platelets to influence target cells. 1-Palmitoyl lysophosphatidic acid is the major component of lysophosphatidic acid (LPA) in plasma, and is in a reduced ratio in individuals with gynecological cancers (PMID 11585410). LPA is a pluripotent lipid mediator controlling growth, motility, and differentiation, that has a strong influence on the chemotaxis and ultrastructure of human neutrophils (PMID 7416233). In serum and plasma, LPA is mainly converted from lysophospholipids, whereas in platelets and some cancer cells it is converted from phosphatidic acid. In each pathway, at least two phospholipase activities are required: phospholipase A1 (PLA1)/PLA2 plus lysophospholipase D (lysoPLD) activities are involved in the first pathway and phospholipase D (PLD) plus PLA1/PLA2 activities are involved in the second pathway. (PMID 15271293).


1-lauroyl-sn-glycerol 3-phosphate

LPA(12:0/0:0) is a lysophosphatidic acid. It is a glycerophospholipid in which a phosphate moiety occupies a glycerol substitution site. Lysophosphatidic acids can have different combinations of fatty acids of varying lengths and saturation attached at the C-1 (sn-1) or C-2 (sn-2) position. Fatty acids containing 16 and 18 carbons are the most common.LPA(12:0/0:0), in particular, consists of one dodecanoyl chain.  Lysophosphatidic acid is the simplest possible glycerophospholipid. It is the biosynthetic precursor of phosphatidic acid. Although it is present at very low levels only in animal tissues, it is extremely important biologically, influencing many biochemical processes.


Tetrastearoyl cardiolipin

CL(18:0/18:0/18:0/18:0) is a cardiolipin (CL). Cardiolipins are sometimes called a 'double' phospholipid because they have four fatty acid tails, instead of the usual two. CL(18:0/18:0/18:0/18:0) contains four chains of octadecanoic acid at the C1, C2, C3 and C4 positions. While the theoretical charge of cardiolipins is -2, under normal physiological conditions (pH near 7), the molecule may carry only one negative charge. In prokaryotes such as E. coli, the enzyme known as diphosphatidylglycerol synthase catalyses the transfer of the phosphatidyl moiety of one phosphatidylglycerol to the free 3'-hydroxyl group of another, with the elimination of one molecule of glycerol. In E. coli, which acylates its glycerophospholipids with acyl chains ranging in length from 12 to 18 carbons and possibly containing an unsaturation, or a cyclopropane group more than 100 possible CL molecular species are theoretically possible, 53 of these species having been characterized. E. coli membranes consist of ~5% cardiolipin (CL), 20-25% phosphatidylglycerol (PG), and 70-80% phosphatidylethanolamine (PE) as well as smaller amounts of phosphatidylserine (PS). CL is distributed between the two leaflets of the bilayers and is located preferentially at the poles and septa in E. coli and other rod-shaped bacteria. It is known that the polar positioning of the proline transporter ProP and the mechanosensitive ion channel MscS in E. coli is dependent on CL. It is believed that cell shape may influence the localization of CL and the localization of certain membrane proteins.


N-acetyl-beta-D-mannosamine

N-Acetylmannosamine is a monosaccharide that is used as a precursor in the chemical or enzymatic synthesis of the neuraminic acids found in glycolipids and glycoproteins. N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine (ManNAc) is a specific substrate for the synthesis of N-acetylneuraminic acid, the essential precursor of bacterial capsular polysialic acid (PA). N-Acetyl-D-mannosamine is used for the synthesis of sialic acid. It is also a synthetic intermediate for a number of carbohydrate-derived families of biologically active compounds and pharmaceutical candidates.

2-acetamido-2-deoxy-d-mannopyranose 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-d-mannose Mannac N-acetyl-d-mannosamine N-acetylmannosamine Beta-mannac N-acetyl-beta-mannosamine B-mannac β-mannac N-acetyl-b-d-mannosamine N-acetyl-β-d-mannosamine N-acetyl-b-mannosamine N-acetyl-β-mannosamine


Rolitetracycline

Rolitetracycline is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a pyrrolidinylmethyl tetracycline.Rolitetracycline is a semisynthetic broad-spectrum tetracycline antibiotic used especially for parenteral administration in cases requiring high concentrations or when oral administration is impractical. Rolitetracycline passively diffuses through porin channels in the bacterial membrane and reversibly binds to the 30S ribosomal subunit, preventing binding of tRNA to the mRNA-ribosome complex, and thus interfering with protein synthesis.

N-(1-pyrrolidinylmethyl)-tetracycline N-(pyrrolidinomethyl)tetracycline Pyrrolidino-methyl-tetracycline Reverin Rolitetraciclina Rolitetracyclinum Synterin


Etoricoxib

Etoricoxib is a new COX-2 selective inhibitor. Current therapeutic indications are: treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, chronic low back pain, acute pain and gout. Like any other COX-2 selective inhibitor, Etoricoxib selectively inhibits isoform 2 of cyclo-oxigenase enzyme (COX-2). This reduces the generation of prostaglandins (PGs) from arachidonic acid.


Lamivudine

Lamivudine is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a reverse transcriptase inhibitor and zalcitabine analog in which a sulfur atom replaces the 3' carbon of the pentose ring. It is used to treat Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 (HIV-1) and hepatitis B (HBV).Lamivudine is a synthetic nucleoside analogue and is phosphorylated intracellularly to its active 5'-triphosphate metabolite, lamivudine triphosphate (L-TP). This nucleoside analogue is incorporated into viral DNA by HIV reverse transcriptase and HBV polymerase, resulting in DNA chain termination.


Stavudine

Stavudine is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a dideoxynucleoside analog that inhibits reverse transcriptase and has in vitro activity against HIV. [PubChem]Stavudine inhibits the activity of HIV-1 reverse transcriptase (RT) both by competing with the natural substrate dGTP and by its incorporation into viral DNA.


Nevirapine

Nevirapine is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is a potent, non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor used in combination with nucleoside analogues for treatment of HIV infection and AIDS. [PubChem]Nevirapine binds directly to reverse transcriptase (RT) and blocks the RNA-dependent and DNA-dependent DNA polymerase activities by causing a disruption of the enzyme's catalytic site. The activity of nevirapine does not compete with template or nucleoside triphosphates.


Pravastatin

Pravastatin is a member of the drug class of statins, used for lowering cholesterol and preventing cardiovascular disease. Pravastatin was identified originally in a mold called Nocardia autotrophica by researchers of the Sankyo Pharma Inc; An antilipemic fungal metabolite isolated from cultures of Nocardia autotrophica. It acts as a competitive inhibitor of HMG CoA reductase (hydroxymethylglutaryl CoA reductases); In medicine and pharmacology, pravastatin (Pravachol or Selektine) is a member of the drug class of statins, used for lowering cholesterol and preventing cardiovascular disease.


Sotalol

Sotalol is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. It is an adrenergic beta-antagonist that is used in the treatment of life-threatening arrhythmias (PubChem). Sotalol has both beta-adrenoreceptor blocking (Vaughan Williams Class I) and cardiac action potential duration prolongation (Vaughan Williams Class I) antiarrhythmic properties. Sotalol is a racemic mixture of d- and l-sotalol. Both isomers have similar Class I antiarrhythmic effects, while the l-isomer is responsible for virtually all of the beta-blocking activity. Sotalol inhibits response to adrenergic stimuli by competitively blocking β1-adrenergic receptors within the myocardium and β2-adrenergic receptors within bronchial and vascular smooth muscle. The electrophysiologic effects of sotalol may be due to its selective inhibition of the rapidly activating component of the potassium channel involved in the repolarization of cardiac cells. The class II electrophysiologic effects are caused by an increase in sinus cycle length (slowed heart rate), decreased AV nodal conduction, and increased AV nodal refractoriness, while the class III electrophysiological effects include prolongation of the atrial and ventricular monophasic action potentials, and effective refractory period prolongation of atrial muscle, ventricular muscle, and atrio-ventricular accessory pathways (where present) in both the anterograde and retrograde directions.


Tenofovir

Tenofovir is only found in individuals that have used or taken this drug. Tenofovir, marketed by Gilead Sciences under the trade name Viread®, belongs to a class of antiretroviral drugs known as nucleotide analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitors (nRTIs), which block reverse transcriptase, an enzyme crucial to viral production in HIV-infected people. [Wikipedia]Tenofovir inhibits the activity of HIV reverse transcriptase by competing with the natural substrate deoxyadenosine 5’-triphosphate and, after incorporation into DNA, by DNA chain termination. Specifically, the drugs are analogues of the naturally occurring deoxynucleotides needed to synthesize the viral DNA and they compete with the natural deoxynucleotides for incorporation into the growing viral DNA chain. However, unlike the natural deoxynucleotides substrates, NRTIs and NtRTIs (nucleoside/tide reverse transcriptase inhibitors) lack a 3'-hydroxyl group on the deoxyribose moiety. As a result, following incorporation of an NRTI or an NtRTI, the next incoming deoxynucleotide cannot form the next 5'-3' phosphodiester bond needed to extend the DNA chain. Thus, when an NRTI or NtRTI is incorporated, viral DNA synthesis is halted, a process known as chain termination. All NRTIs and NtRTIs are classified as competitive substrate inhibitors.

Tenofovir disoproxil
Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate
D,l-tenofovir
Tdf
Pmpa
(r)-pmpa
Anh. tenofovir
Anhydrous tenofovir
Tenofovir (anh.)