Periwinkle Derivatives

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Description

Periwinkle Derivatives are a group of Smart Drugs derived from extracts of the Common Periwinkle (Vinca major from the Dogbane (Apocynaceae) family).  Note that Pharmaceutical Periwinkle Derivatives (Vinblastine and Vincristine) are derived from the Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus rosea).

 

Types of Periwinkle Derivatives

 Vincamine

 Vinpocetine

 

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