Substance
ID:57
Names and Identifiers
IUPAC Traditional name
L-proline
IUPAC name
(2S)-pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid
Synonyms
L-Proline2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid(S)-Proline(S)-2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid(S)-2-Carboxypyrrolidine(-)-2-Pyrrolidinecarboxylic acid(-)-Proline
Properties
Physical Property
Solubility
Soluble
Hydrophobicity(logP)
-2.4
Molecule Details
Drug Groups
approved; nutraceutical
Description
A non-essential amino acid that is synthesized from glutamic acid. It is an essential component of collagen and is important for proper functioning of joints and tendons. [PubChem]
Indication
L-Proline is extremely important for the proper functioning of joints and tendons and also helps maintain and strengthen heart muscles.
Pharmacology
L-Proline is a major amino acid found in cartilage and is important for maintaining youthful skin as well as repair of muscle, connective tissue and skin damage. It is also essential for the immune system, and for necessary balance of this formula. It is an essential component of collagen and is important for proper functioning of joints and tendons. L-Proline is extremely important for the proper functioning of joints and tendons. Helps maintain and strengthen heart muscles.
Affected Organisms
Humans and other mammals
Biotransformation
Hepatic
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