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Ginkgolide A (CAS 15291-75-5)

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Alternate Names:
(1R,3R,8S,10R,13S,16S,17R)-8-tert-butyl-6,17-dihydroxy-16-methyl-2,4,14,19-tetraoxahexacyclo[8.7.2.0^{1,11}.0^{3,7}.0^{7,11}.0^{13,17}]nonadecane-5,15,18-trione
Application:
Ginkgolide A is a highly active PAF antagonist
CAS Number:
15291-75-5
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
408.40
Molecular Formula:
C20H24O9
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Ginkgolide A is a terpenoid compound that is a major constituent of Ginkgo biloba leaf extract. It has a unique terpene trilactone structure that has been widely studied for its role in biological systems. In research applications, Ginkgolide A is of considerable interest due to its contribution to the understanding of platelet-activating factor (PAF) receptor antagonism. As a natural PAF antagonist, Ginkgolide A is used in experiments to explore the cellular mechanisms of PAF in inflammation and related physiological processes. Additionally, it is of interest in neurobiology for its potential effects on neuronal protection and neurotransmission studies. Its involvement in modulating blood flow and neurotransmitter systems also makes it a compound of interest in cognitive and vascular research.


Ginkgolide A (CAS 15291-75-5) References

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  2. Ginkgolide A attenuates homocysteine-induced endothelial dysfunction in porcine coronary arteries.  |  Zhou, W., et al. 2006. J Vasc Surg. 44: 853-62. PMID: 17012008
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  4. Ginkgolide A reduces inflammatory response in high-glucose-stimulated human umbilical vein endothelial cells through STAT3-mediated pathway.  |  Zhao, Q., et al. 2015. Int Immunopharmacol. 25: 242-8. PMID: 25681539
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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Ginkgolide A, 10 mg

sc-205705
10 mg
$67.00

Ginkgolide A, 25 mg

sc-205705A
25 mg
$159.00

Ginkgolide A, 250 mg

sc-205705B
250 mg
$406.00

Ginkgolide A, 1 g

sc-205705D
1 g
$1108.00

Ginkgolide A, 500 g

sc-205705C
500 g
$679.00