Drug reference
vincamine
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Drug class
Cardiovascular (Miscellaneous(CVS))
Mechanism of action
Although the precise mechanism of action is unknown, it is a potent cerebrovascular vasodilator and data have shown that it acts as a selective inhibitor of Ca++/calmodulin-dependent phosphodiesterase type I; a potent blocker of voltage-gated sodium channels and also interacts with glutamate receptors
Common side effects
- GI pain
- GI discomfort
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is vincamine?
vincamine belongs to: Cardiovascular.
How does vincamine work?
Although the precise mechanism of action is unknown, it is a potent cerebrovascular vasodilator and data have shown that it acts as a selective inhibitor of Ca++/calmodulin-dependent phosphodiesterase type I; a potent blocker of voltage-gated sodium channels and also interacts with glutamate receptors
What are the common side effects of vincamine?
GI pain, GI discomfort
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