Mucuna

Mucuna pruriens

Family: Fabaceae Evidence: B capsulepowder

An Ayurvedic herb containing natural L-DOPA — a dopamine precursor. Used for mood, motivation, male vitality, and studied for Parkinson's support.

Safety Profile

PregnancyUnsafe
BreastfeedingUnsafe
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

NOT with MAOIs, levodopa, or psychiatric medications without supervision. Heart conditions.

Interactions

CRITICAL: Interacts with levodopa, MAOIs, antipsychotics, diabetes drugs.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, insomnia, headache. Hypertension at high doses.

Surgery: Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery.
Allergy: Legume allergy.
This information is for educational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal product.