neuroprotectiveEVIDENCEBUSBannedBanned: US (FDA dietary supplement ban 2019)
Vinpocetine
aka Cavinton
Semi-synthetic derivative of vincamine from periwinkle. Increases cerebral blood flow.
Dose range5–30mg
Half-life2h
Onset—min
Safety4/5medium evidence base
Mechanism of action
Inhibits PDE1, increasing cGMP and cerebral blood flow. Sodium channel blocker. Antioxidant.
Benefits
Cerebrovascular insufficiency
EVIDENCEBEuropean prescription use.
Cognitive function in vascular dementia
EVIDENCEBMultiple RCTs.
Side effects
- Mild blood pressure decreasecommonmild
- GI upsetuncommonmild
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