Ginkgolide B

Category: terpenoid

Pharmacological Mechanism

Most potent PAF receptor antagonist in the ginkgolide family. Primary mechanism for the platelet-aggregation + antithrombotic effects of Ginkgo extracts. Investigated for ischemic-stroke neuroprotection.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 4h

Dosing Guidelines

• PO: Typical 5mg (Range: 1 - 20 mg)

Target Organ Systems

• nervous
• cardiovascular