What brand names are available for ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
Fossil Tree, Kew Tree, Silver Apricot
Is ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral available as a generic drug?
GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes
Do I need a prescription for ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
No
What are the uses for ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
Ginkgo biloba is used for
- memory improvement,
- dementia,
- Alzheimer’s disease,
- anxiety,
- multiple sclerosis,
-
tinnitus
(ringing in the ears), - sexual dysfunction,
- premenstrual syndrome,
- dizziness,
- headache,
- glaucoma,
- diabetic eye problems, and
- vertigo.
What are the side effects of ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
Side effects of gingko biloba are
- bleeding,
- constipation,
- diarrhea,
- dizziness,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- headache,
- abdominal discomfort,
- restlessness, and
- weakness.
Possible serious side effects of
gingko biloba include:
- bleeding in the eye or brain,
- severe bleeding after surgery,
- severe allergic reactions,
- difficulty breathing,
- seizures (eating fresh gingko seeds), and
- death (eating fresh gingko seeds).
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One of the first symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease is __________________.
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What is the dosage for ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
- Dosing may vary with the preparation (capsules, gels, extracts). Read manufacturer’s directions before using this product.
- Dementia: Take 120 – 240 mg per day in divided doses, 2 to 3 times a day.
-
Vertigo and
tinnitusTake 120 – 160 mg per day in divided doses, 2 to 3
times a day. - Sexual dysfunctionTake 60 – 240 mg by mouth twice a day.
-
Premenstrual symptoms Take 80 mg by mouth twice a day, start on day 16 and
continue to day 5 of next cycle.
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Which drugs or supplements interact with ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
:
- Ginkgo biloba should be used with caution with medications
that increase bruising and bleeding risks. Medications like
aspirin,
celecoxib
(Celebrex),
ibuprofen (Motrin),
diclofenac (Voltaren),
meloxicam (Mobic),
naproxen (Aleve,
Naprosyn),
warfarin (Coumadin),
enoxaparin (Lovenox), and
clopidogrel (Plavix) should be used with caution with ginkgo biloba. Check with
your doctor before using this herbal product. - Combining
efavirenz (Sustiva) with ginkgo may decrease the effects of efavirenz.
Is ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral safe to take if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
:
- There are no adequate studies of gingko biloba to determine safe
and effective use in
pregnant women. - It is not known whether gingko biloba is excreted in
breast
milk.
What else should I know about ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral?
What preparations of ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral are available?
- Ginkgo biloba is available as oral capsules, liquid soft gels,
tea extract, and liquid extract. -
Concentration of gingko biloba may vary from
product-to-product due to multiple manufacturers producing various products.
How should I keep ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)-oral stored?
There are many formulations of ginkgo biloba. Use the manufacturer’s storage recommendations.