EGb 761 is a specific extract of Ginkgo Biloba that is often used in scientific research and clinical trials. It is a standardized extract, meaning it has a consistent amount of the active compounds found in Ginkgo Biloba – 24% flavone glycosides and 6% terpene lactones. This standardization ensures that the results of studies using EGb 761 are due to the effects of Ginkgo Biloba and not variations in the quality or composition of the extract.
EGb 761 is used in many of the most significant and well-known studies on Ginkgo Biloba. It is often the extract of choice in research due to its consistent composition and the extensive body of evidence supporting its safety and efficacy.