L-Dopa

    Written by:
    Kamal Patel
    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    L-DOPA is a direct precursor to dopamine, and its supplementation can increase dopamine levels in the body. It is known as Levodopa and is one component of most Parkinson's treatments, and found in high amounts in Mucuna Pruriens.

    72 participants in 2 trials

    What are other names for L-Dopa?

    Note that L-Dopa is also known as:

    • Levodopa
    • L-3
    • 4-dihydroxyphenylalanine

    L-Dopa should not be confused with:

    Examine Database: L-Dopa

    Research Breakdown

    Examine Database References

    1. Libido - Both S, Everaerd W, Laan E, Gooren LEffect of a single dose of levodopa on sexual response in men and womenNeuropsychopharmacology.(2005 Jan)
    2. Penile Girth - Horita H, Sato Y, Adachi H, Suzuki N, Kato R, Hisasue S, Suzuki K, Tsukamoto TEffects of levodopa on nocturnal penile tumescence: a preliminary studyJ Androl.(1998 Sep-Oct)