Mucuna pruriens phytocompounds and its mechanism of action in related disorders

S.No.PhytocompoundsMechanism of actionDisordersReference
1Leva-dopaLeva-dopa is a direct precursor to dopamine and is critical for its potential in treating PDPD and ED[70]
2Alkaloids (prurienine, mucunine, and mucunadine)Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neuroprotective effectsDiabetes, PD, and ED[71]
3Flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol, and rutin)Strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cardioprotective propertiesDiabetes and ED[72, 73]
4Tannins (astringent properties)Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effectsDiabetes and ED[74]
5SaponinsAnti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, and antidiabetic effectsDiabetes, PD, and ED[75]
6Phenolic acids (chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid)Antioxidants that help to neutralize oxidative stressDiabetes, PD, and ED[76]
7Proteins and peptides (lectins and enzymes)Modulate immune responses and have a role in managing glucose metabolismDiabetes[77]

ED: erectile dysfunction; PD: Parkinson’s disease