Compound Profile
Desmethoxyyangonin
Minor kavalactone from kava associated with monoamine and GABAergic signaling effects.
Last reviewed:
C PreliminaryMonograph visual
Desmethoxyyangonin
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Quick Stats
Evidence level
Limited evidence
Typical onset
Varies by prep
Safety rating
Use extra caution: Use caution
Best for
GABAergic Signaling, Voltage Gated Ion Channels, Monoamine Signaling
Avoid / review if
Pregnancy, Liver
Found In
Botanicals that contain Desmethoxyyangonin, with full herb profiles.
Safety & Cautions
Review before use if any apply: Pregnancy, Liver.
Evidence Summary
C PreliminaryEvidence lens
Early signal that needs stronger human replication before practical claims.
PreliminaryLimited evidence
Human clinical evidence: Present in source signals
Mechanistic / preclinical: Mechanism mapped — Neurotransmitter Modulation · Stress Response Modulation · Neuroprotective Activity
Research maturity: Preliminary or mixed — main contexts: GABAergic Signaling · Voltage Gated Ion Channels · Monoamine Signaling
Safety boundary: Safety note available — Review before use if any apply: Pregnancy, Liver.
Evidence Strength
Confidence estimate based on the design quality and consistency of published clinical trials.
Desmethoxyyangonin has a limited evidence evidence rating.
AdaptogenStress & Mood
Effects
4
How evidence grades work
Each grade reflects the strength and consistency of published human evidence — not marketing claims. Grades are based on study count, design quality, effect size, consistency, and recency.
A
Strong
Multiple RCTs, consistent direction, adequate effect size
B
Moderate
Some RCTs or consistent observational data in humans
C
Preliminary / Mixed
Animal or in-vitro only, or conflicting human data
D
Traditional / Theoretical
Traditional use only; no controlled human trials
How Desmethoxyyangonin Works
Simplified mechanism pathway based on preclinical and pharmacological evidence. Does not confirm clinical efficacy.
Mechanism Pathway — How Desmethoxyyangonin Works
CompoundTarget / ReceptorMechanismEffect / Outcome
Mechanisms & Biological Pathways▼
Preclinical mechanism details from scientific profiles; these represent plausible pathways but do not guarantee clinical efficacy in humans.
Neurotransmitter ModulationStress Response ModulationNeuroprotective Activity
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Compound profile context
How to interpret Desmethoxyyangonin
Desmethoxyyangonin dosage by use case, onset and duration, safety limits, and interactions for gabaergic signaling, graded against research. Limited Human… Use this compound profile to understand mechanism, evidence quality, and practical safety context before comparing products or building a stack. A biochemical pathway connection can be useful for discovery, but it is not the same as proven benefit in humans.
When reviewing Desmethoxyyangonin, separate the active molecule from the product category around it. Dose form, absorption, extract standardization, medication interactions, and individual sensitivity can change the real-world risk-benefit picture.
For supplement planning, avoid combining multiple compounds with overlapping sedating, stimulating, serotonergic, blood-pressure, anticoagulant, or liver-metabolism effects unless a qualified clinician has reviewed the context.