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Radix polygalae rxtract PDC-1421

A botanical formulation containing the extract of Radix polygalae, the dry root of Polygala tenuifolia Willd, with potential anti-depressant and sedative activities. Upon oral administration, PDC-1421 inhibits the norepinephrine (NE) plasma membrane transport protein (NET). This inhibits NE reuptake and increases the concentration of NE available for adrenergic neurotransmission.
Code name:BLI-1005
PDC 1421
PDC-1421
PDC1421
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