Assay

(perch. acid titr.) Between 99.0 % and 101.0 %

Monographs

Japanese pharmacopeia 1993, European pharmacopeia 6

Product Origins

Vinpocetine is a derivative of the alkaloid Vincamine. Vincamine is found in the aerial part of Vinca minor plant and can also be derived from other plant sources such as the Voacanga and Crioceras longiflorus.

Product Applications

Vinpocetine is a vasodilator and anti-ischemic that increases blood flow to the brain.
It is used primarily as a treatment for dementia and as a nootropic or "smart drug".

Therapeutic Categories

Vasodilator, anti-ischemic, nootropic