CAS Number 1617-90-9 IUPHAR/BPS 349 UNII 996XVD0JHT CAS ID 1617-90-9 KEGG D08677 | PubChem CID 15376 ChemSpider 14635 Molar mass 354.44 g/mol ATC code C04AX07 (WHO) Formula C21H26N2O3 | |
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Medical vocabulary what does vincamine mean
Vincamine is a monoterpenoid indole alkaloid found in the leaves of Vinca minor (lesser periwinkle), comprising about 25-65% of the indole alkaloids found in Vinca minor by weight. It can be synthesized from related alkaloids.
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How to pronounce vincamine
Biological effects
Vincamine is a peripheral vasodilator that increases blood flow to the brain (sold under the trademark Oxybral SR) .
Generic drugs containing vincamine exist in specific regions. Most common drug preparations are in the sustained release tablet forms.
Vincamine is often used as a nootropic agent to combat the effects of aging, or in conjunction with other nootropics (such as piracetam) for a variety of purposes.
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