The molecule is an N-acylserotonin obtained by formal condensation of the carboxy group of arachidonic acid with the primary amino group of serotonin. It has a role as a human metabolite, a signalling molecule, an antioxidant, an anti-inflammatory agent, an anticonvulsant, a capsaicin receptor antagonist and an EC 3.5.1.99 (fatty acid amide hydrolase) inhibitor. It is a member of phenols and a N-acylserotonin. It derives from an arachidonic acid.
(5Z,8Z,11Z,14Z)-N-[2-(5-hydroxy-1H-indol-3-yl)ethyl]icosa-5,8,11,14-tetraenamide