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Estrogenic activities of Ginkgo biloba extracts

Life Sciences, 2004
Ginkgo biloba extracts (GBE) are extracted from the leaves of Ginkgo biloba tree. GBE contains 24% of phytoestrogens, which is kaempferol, quercetin, and isorhamnetin. It has been reported that phytoestrogens could be a part of SERMs (Selective estrogen receptor modulators) and possibly the alternative HRT (Hormone replacement therapy) for ...
Seung-Min, Oh, Kyu-Hyuck, Chung
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Extraction of ginkgolides from Ginkgo biloba

China Journal of Chinese Matera Medica, 2010
To establish the technology for extraction of ginkgolides from Ginkgo Biloba with alcohol-water.The parameters such as alcohol concentration, pH of extracting solution, ratio of dosage liquor, temperature and time, the extraction of ginkgolides from G.
Jun, He, Shuo, Yang, Jianian, Yang, Xiaohong, Qing   +3 more
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Antiestrogenic activities of Ginkgo biloba extracts

The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 2006
Most climacteric and postmenopausal women appear to have vasomotor symptoms as well as a high risk of osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease. Although exogenous estrogens can reduce these symptoms, women are reluctant to use hormone replacement therapy (HRT) due to its undesirable side effects, such as irregular bleeding and an increased risk of ...
Seung Min, Oh, Kyu Hyuck, Chung
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Neuroprotective effects of Ginkgo biloba extract

Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences (CMLS), 1998
Ginkgo biloba extract has been therapeutically used for several decades to increase peripheral and cerebral blood flow as well as for the treatment of dementia. The extract contains multiple compounds such as flavonoids and terpenoids that are thought to contribute to its neuroprotective and vasotropic effects.
B, Ahlemeyer, J, Krieglstein
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Review About Ginkgo Biloba Special Extract EGb 761 (Ginkgo)

Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2004
Ginkgo biloba extracts (EGb) are well-defined plant extracts. It has several indications as dementia, macula degeneration, tinnitus and winter depression. A review of the current and past literature about older people with Alzheimer's dementia or vascular dementia or age-associated memory impairment treated with Ginkgo biloba extract, reveals that EGb ...
H-J, Gertz, M, Kiefer
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Pharmacokinetics of Ginkgo biloba Extracts

Pharmacopsychiatry, 2003
EGb 761 (definition see editorial) Ginkgo extract is produced by a validated production process. Its pharmacologically active constituents, flavonol glycosides and terpene lactones, are kept within a narrow range of 22 to 27 % and 5 to 7 %, respectively, by standardisation. The concentration of ginkgolic acids is below 5 ppm.
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Studies on molecular mechanisms of Ginkgo biloba extract

Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2004
In the past decade, interest by the general public in the use of herbal dietary supplements has risen exponentially. As throughout history, individuals are now turning to the use of "natural" therapies for the prevention, treatment and cure of almost every ailment and aging malady imaginable. often without substantial proof of safety or efficacy.
Smith, J.V., Luo, Yuan
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Ginkgo biloba Extract: Review of CNS Effects

Annals of Clinical Psychiatry, 2003
The marketing of Ginkgo biloba extract (GBE) products is directed to the healthy, not diseased, population primarily for the promotion and maintenance of optimal brain function, not the treatment or prevention of any specific pathological state. However, recommendations are available for the use of GBE for a myriad of diseases that generally fall into ...
Laura L Boles, Ponto, Susan K, Schultz
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Clinical Psychopharmacology of Ginkgo Biloba Extract

1988
From this general review of the pharmacological, psychopharmacological and clinical studies performed with Ginkgo biloba extract, the following conclusions can be drawn: the drug seems to be effective in patients with vascular disorders, in all types of dementia and even in patients suffering from cognitive disorders secondary to depression, because of
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The Bioavailability of Ginkgolides inGinkgo bilobaExtracts

Planta Medica, 1997
A new Ginkgo biloba leaf extract, BioGinkgo 27/7, was prepared using a method that enriches ginkgolide B. The bioavailability of ginkgolides in these extracts was assessed in rabbits in comparison with a commercially available standardized 24/6 extract.
C L, Li, Y Y, Wong
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