Overview
Coconut-derived monoglyceride with antimicrobial properties against enveloped viruses.
- Coconut oil derivative
- Monolaurin pellets
Mechanism of action
Disrupts lipid envelopes of viruses and gram+ bacteria.
- · Lipid envelope disruption
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Monolaurin modulates innate and adaptive immune responses, including cytokine signaling and barrier function.
Evidence-based benefits
In vitro antiviral; limited human data
Limited evidencePotential side effects
- · GI upset
Drug interactions
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Autoimmune disease (theoretical immune activation)
- ·Immunosuppressants
Supplement interactions
- Vitamin D3 + K2Foundational immune modulation.
- ZincRequired cofactor for innate and adaptive immune function.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Monolaurin antimicrobial activity
Schlievert PM, Peterson ML
In vitro testing against bacterial pathogens.
Effective against gram-positive pathogens including Staph aureus.
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