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ReviewInflammopharmacology2026

Kynurenine pathway in Parkinson's disease: pathophysiological roles and therapeutic interventions.

Aganta Chakraborty, Priya Chaudhary, Joy Das, Utpal Bhui, Khadga Raj Aran, Md Sadique Hussain, Sumel Ashique, Biplab Debnath

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Review in Inflammopharmacology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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Aganta Chakraborty *Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Bharat Technology, Uluberia, West Bengal, 711316, India.
Priya Chaudhary *Centre for Herbal Pharmacology and Environmental Sustainability, Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Kelambakkam, Tamil Nadu, 603103, India.
Joy Das *School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, 144411, India.
Utpal BhuiNSHM Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology, NSHM Knowledge Campus, Durgapur, West Bengal, 713212, India.
Khadga Raj AranDivision of Neuroscience, Department of Pharmacology, ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab, 142001, India.
Md Sadique HussainUttaranchal Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248007, India.
Sumel AshiqueDepartment of Pharmaceutical Technology, Bharat Technology, Uluberia, West Bengal, 711316, India. ashiquesumel007@gmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-4362-2830
Biplab DebnathDepartment of Pharmaceutical Technology, Bharat Technology, Uluberia, West Bengal, 711316, India. biplab.d86@gmail.com.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-3908-8121

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Several disrupted metabolic pathways contributed to the development of Parkinson's disease (PD). Progressive death of dopamine (DA) neurons in the substantia nigra pars compacta, abnormal aggregation of α-synuclein fibrils, and inflammation of the neural system are the hallmarks of PD. The kynurenine pathway (KP) becomes disrupted, and excitotoxic branches are activated by elevated levels of central inflammatory regulators in PD. This leads to a significant reduction in the neural protective metabolite, kynurenic acid (KYNA), and an increase in the neurotoxic metabolite, quinolinic acid (QUIN), which together promote overstimulation and heightened immune responses, both closely related to the progression and onset of PD. KP enzyme modulators, precursor-based therapies, and KYNA analogs may provide a novel way to treat PD. KP components may also serve as new prognostic indicators and therapeutic targets for PD. Finding precise biomarkers for early screening, involving preclinical and prodromal stages, is essential for improving therapeutic intervention and care at the onset of PD. The current review provides an updated analysis of KP study results related to PD. Additionally, the review highlights the need for expanded biomarker research, which could help establish new therapeutic approaches for PD.

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KynurenineParkinson DiseaseAnimalsBiomarkersHumansKynurenic AcidMetabolic Networks and PathwaysQuinolinic AcidBiomarkersKynurenic AcidKynurenineQuinolinic AcidBiomarkersKP metabolitesKynurenic acidKynurenineNeuroinflammationNeurotoxicityParkinson’s diseaseQuinolinic acidROS

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