Compound Profile

Oleanolic Acid

Human evidence is insufficient; current data are limited to preclinical or indirect herbal extract studies.

Last reviewed: Report a correctionProfile-wide ·Avoid / Insufficient

Review needed — Potential hepatotoxicity at high doses suggested in preclinical data; no confirmed human safety profile. Details

Evidence
Insufficient evidence
Typical onset
Varies by prep
Safety rating
Review needed: Safety review pending
Best for
NF κB, AMPK, PPAR
Avoid / review if
Liver
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Safety

Safety & Cautions

Potential hepatotoxicity at high doses suggested in preclinical data; no confirmed human safety profile.

Elevated caution

Caution level: Elevated. One caution category applies — read it before use.

  • Liver-SensitiveLiver-related caution language appears in the profile.

Evidence Summary

Profile-wide ·Avoid / Insufficient

Evidence lens

Evidence is not strong enough for confident practical interpretation.

InsufficientInsufficient evidence

Human clinical evidence: Not the primary signal

Mechanistic / preclinical: Mechanism mapped — Inflammatory Signaling Modulation · Oxidative Stress Modulation · Mitochondrial Support

Research maturity: Theoretical / mechanistic research — Mechanistic or unresolved evidence is kept separate from established human outcomes.

Safety boundary: Safety note available — Potential hepatotoxicity at high doses suggested in preclinical data; no confirmed human safety profile.

Evidence Strength

Confidence estimate based on the design quality and consistency of published clinical trials.

Insufficient evidence

Oleanolic Acid has an insufficient evidence rating.

AdaptogenStress & MoodLongevity
Effects
5
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.

Strong
Multiple RCTs, consistent direction, adequate effect size
Moderate
Some RCTs or consistent observational data in humans
Preliminary / Mixed
Animal or in-vitro only, or conflicting human data
Traditional / Theoretical
Traditional use only; no controlled human trials

How Oleanolic Acid Works

Simplified mechanism pathway based on preclinical and pharmacological evidence. Does not confirm clinical efficacy.

Mechanism Pathway — How Oleanolic Acid Works

How Oleanolic Acid WorksOleanolic Acid acts on biological target pathways via anti inflammatory, leading to nf κb.Oleanolic AcidBiological TargetBiological pathwayAnti InflammatoryNf κBObservable outcomeAntioxidantParallel pathway
CompoundTarget / ReceptorMechanismEffect / Outcome

Dosing

No standardized dose
standardized extract or essential oil free preparation when oral use is intended
Mechanisms & biological pathways

Preclinical mechanism details from scientific profiles; these represent plausible pathways but do not guarantee clinical efficacy in humans.

  • Inflammatory Signaling Modulation
  • Oxidative Stress Modulation
  • Mitochondrial Support
  • Metabolic Regulation
  • Immune Signaling Modulation
  • AMPK Signaling

Compare & Sourcing

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Safety first · Harm reduction

This information is educational and not medical advice. Start low, avoid risky combinations, and consult a licensed clinician before making health decisions—especially if you use medications, have diagnosed conditions, or are pregnant/breastfeeding.

Learn how we evaluate confidence, safety, and intensity on the methodology page.

By Willie B. Randolph III

Founder & Head Researcher · Oak Ridge, TN · Last reviewed August 2026

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