Conclusion: The results of this systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that PEA is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for chronic pain. Further study is warranted to determine the optimal dosing and administration parameters of PEA for analgesic effects in the context of chronic pain.
PubMed 36986081 ↗Palmitoylethanolamide
People mainly take Palmitoylethanolamide for pain & inflammation, recovery, sleep. Based on 14 first-hand reports and 28 meta-analyses & systematic reviews in the medical literature. Ranked #555 of 1,974 overall.
Of reports that state an outcome, 100% are positive.
What Palmitoylethanolamide does, according to users
Of the people who reported each effect, the share who said it got better.
3 more with fewer than 3 reports
What the research says
Systematic reviews and meta-analyses from PubMed, with their published conclusions.
3+ meta-analyses or systematic reviews and 10+ randomized controlled trials in humans. The grade measures how much human research exists — read the conclusions below for what it found.
Conclusion: Furthermore, both rehabilitation strategies and PEA-LUT administration have been associated with improvements in symptoms of brain fog. Future studies should explore combinations of interventions and include longer follow-up periods to assess the long-term effects of these treatments.
PubMed 38695969 ↗Conclusion: This study underscores the efficacy and tolerability of several pharmacotherapies in managing agitation among children and adults with ASD or ID. Our findings provide robust evidence that specific treatments, such as arbaclofen, risperidone plus buspirone and omega-3 fatty acids, are both effective and well-tolerated, offering valuable therapeutic options for clinicians. The study emphasizes the need for ongoing research to ensure that treatment strategies remain aligned with the evolving clinical landscape, ultimately improving patient outcomes in this challenging population.
PubMed 39690490 ↗Conclusion: Six of these studies (199 patients) were included in the systematic review after the study selection process, and three studies for meta-analysia. Overall, PEA showed significant efficacy in reducing IOP in patients, this encourages its clinical use in glaucoma as well as across different forms of eye disorders.
PubMed 38269580 ↗Dosage people report
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Reported side effects
How often each side effect came up across all reports.
What users say
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“Then we are also releasing palmitoylethanolamide, which is a fatty acid amide.”
“Palmitoylethanolamide should enhance the pain relief effects. Haven't tried it myself yet but will be ordering some soon”
“it does appreciably decrease pain and inflammation...its ability to potentate cannabis/oleamide and decrease allergies, which happen after about a week”
“Palmitoylethanolamide might be another good one.”
“Palmitoylethanolamide, too. That will up-regulate GLT-1.”
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