Compound Monograph

Ecdysteroid glycosides

Sugar-bound forms of ecdysteroids (insect-moulting-type steroids such as 20-hydroxyecdysone) characteristic of suma; studied for adaptogenic and anabolic-type effects, though human evidence is limited.

Classification

Ecdysteroid glycosides are sterols & steroids, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Ecdysteroid glycosides are sterols & steroids, found in Suma.