What is Mucuna Pruriens?
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Mucuna pruriens is a tropical legume known by a multitude of common names. The seeds contain high concentrations of levodopa, a direct precursor of the neurotransmitter dopamine. It has long been used in traditional Ayurvedic Indian medicine for diseases including Parkinson's Disease.
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How do members experience Mucuna Pruriens?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkinson's disease | 37 | 41 | |
| Depressed mood | 4 | 2 | |
| Tremor(s) | 3 | 1 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 2 | 1 | |
| Decreased sex drive (libido) | 1 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Apathy | 1 | |
| Body tremor | 1 | |
| Essential tremor | 1 | |
| Excessive yawning | 1 | |
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Heart palpitations | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 8 | |
| Mild | 7 | |
| None | 35 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Jan 27, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for Parkinson's disease: Major
- Side effects: None
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