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Eunexon Soft Capsules (Ginkgo Leaf Extract)

OTC medicationSoft capsule경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Ginkgo Leaf Extract›40mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
(주)종근당
Appearance
This medicine is a green oval soft capsule containing brown-yellow contents.
Packaging
300 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PPT x 10) x 3]
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 199300225 · Notified 1993.06.10

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.10.01. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Improvement of peripheral arterial and cerebral arterial circulation disorders, alleviation of dizziness and tinnitus
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
For peripheral arterial circulation disorders, dizziness, and tinnitus, take Ginkgo Leaf Extract 40 mg orally three times a day or 80 mg orally twice a day. For organic brain dysfunction, take Ginkgo Leaf Extract 40-80 mg orally three times a day or 120 mg orally twice a day. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)종근당

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of peripheral arterial and cerebral arterial circulation disorders, alleviation of dizziness and tinnitus

  • Peripheral arterial circulation disorders
  • intermittent claudication
  • dizziness
  • vascular tinnitus
  • degenerative tinnitus
  • headache
  • memory decline
  • concentration disorders
  • depression
  • dementia symptoms
  • organic brain dysfunction
  • peripheral arterial circulation disorders
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This medicine is effective for peripheral arterial and cerebral arterial circulation disorders. It alleviates symptoms such as intermittent claudication caused by peripheral arterial circulation disorders, and is also used for the treatment of dizziness and vascular or degenerative tinnitus. Additionally, it helps treat organic brain dysfunctions accompanied by dementia-like symptoms such as tinnitus, headache, memory decline, concentration disorders, and depression. It is provided in various forms (tablets, capsules, liquid) to enhance ease of administration. This medicine primarily improves overall brain function through the enhancement of blood circulation and the alleviation of neurological symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

For peripheral arterial circulation disorders, dizziness, and tinnitus, take Ginkgo Leaf Extract 40 mg orally three times a day or 80 mg orally twice a day. For organic brain dysfunction, take Ginkgo Leaf Extract 40-80 mg orally three times a day or 120 mg orally twice a day. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medicine may cause allergic reactions, so individuals with hypersensitivity to this medicine should not take it. It is considered safe not to use this medicine for children under 12 years old due to insufficient experience with its use. Pregnant women should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. Although no teratogenic effects were observed in animal studies, adequate data on its use during pregnancy is lacking. This medicine contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or specific metabolic disorders should not take it. Patients with bleeding disorders or those taking medications affecting blood coagulation should consult a specialist before using this medicine. Breastfeeding women should consult a specialist before taking this medicine as there is no information on whether it is excreted in breast milk. This medicine contains Yellow No. 4 (Tartrazine) dye, so individuals allergic to this component or who are hypersensitive should exercise caution. Patients scheduled for surgery are advised to discontinue this medicine and consult medical staff. If symptoms do not improve or worsen after 3 months of use, discontinue the medicine immediately and consult a specialist. Mild gastrointestinal discomfort, headaches, and skin allergic reactions may occasionally occur, so if these symptoms develop, stop taking the medicine and consult a doctor. Abnormal symptoms such as dizziness or itching have been reported, so caution is needed if these symptoms occur. Severe allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, have been rarely reported, so if sudden difficulty breathing or rashes occur, contact medical personnel immediately. This medicine is not a treatment for hypertension, so hypertensive patients should consult medical personnel before taking it. This medicine should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic reactions

Mild side effects

  • Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
  • headaches
  • allergic skin reactions
  • dizziness
  • itching

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. Additionally, it is advisable to avoid excessively hot or cold places and to store it at normal room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medicine is a green oval soft capsule containing brown-yellow contents.

Package unit

300 capsules/box [(10 capsules/PPT x 10) x 3]

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