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PL Cannabinoid · Endocannabinoid
NeinEndogenousN-acylethanolamine (entourage)Human trials
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is an endocannabinoid made by the body, in the N-acylethanolamine (entourage) group. An anti-inflammatory NAE that supports the endocannabinoid system without directly binding CB receptors.
Full name
Palmitoylethanolamide
Abbreviation
PEA
Molecular formula
C18H37NO2
Class / family
N-acylethanolamine (entourage)
Intoxicating?
Nein
Research status
Human trials
Where it fits
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) sits in the N-acylethanolamine (entourage) group. See the Endocannabinoids index for how it relates to the rest of the family.
What the research shows
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) has human trials-level evidence; see the class index and related compounds for cited studies.
FAQ
Is PEA intoxicating? No. Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) is non-intoxicating.
Part of the NOIDS cannabinoids index. Educational reference, not medical advice.
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