Potent GPR37L1 and GPR37 agonist (EC50 values are 5 and 7 nM, respectively). Stimulates signaling through pertussis toxin-sensitive G proteins. Stimulates ERK phosphorylation. Protects against cellular stress. Promotes myelin lipid synthesis and prolongs cell survival in both Schwann cells and oligodendrocytes; neuroprotective and glioprotective.

Limocitrin 3-β-D-glucose is a flavonoid glycoside.

Nicotinuric acid is an acyl glycine which is normally minor metabolites of fatty acids. Acyl glycines are produced through the action of glycine N-acyltransferase.