Ginkgo Shin Tablet 240 mg (Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract)

Adult dose

As ginkgo leaf dry extract, take 240 mg once daily, with or without meals.

This medicine contains ginkgo leaf dry extract as the main ingredient, and should not be taken by those with allergies to specific components. Due to insufficient safety studies in children and adolescents, this medicine should not be used by individuals under 18 years of age. It is safer for pregnant women not to take this medicine. This medicine contains lactose, so patients with lactose-related genetic disorders should avoid taking it. Taking this medicine together with medications that affect blood coagulation may increase the risk of bleeding, so caution is required. Additionally, this medicine may influence the metabolism of other medications through various enzymes, so it is important to follow a doctor's guidance when taking it with drugs such as calcium channel blockers or theophylline. People who are at risk of bleeding or are taking medications that increase the risk of bleeding, breastfeeding women, and patients with epilepsy must consult a professional before taking this medicine. Patients preparing for surgery should stop taking this medicine at least 36 hours prior to reduce the risk of bleeding. The duration of use varies by symptoms and should be taken for at least 8 weeks; if there is no improvement after 3 months or if symptoms worsen, consult a doctor. Side effects such as nausea, headache, insomnia, anxiety, and skin rashes may occur while taking this medicine and, rarely, severe allergic reactions may happen. There have also been reports of bleeding cases with long-term use, so caution is advised. Side effects such as dizziness or itching have also been reported, and any unusual symptoms should prompt immediate consultation with a professional. This medicine is not a treatment for hypertension, so patients with high blood pressure should not take it unless specific treatment is needed. Finally, this medicine should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent degradation in quality or misuse.

Serious side effects

• Allergic shock
• Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic reactions
• Increased risk of bleeding

Mild side effects

• Gastrointestinal disturbances: nausea and other gastrointestinal symptoms
• Headache, insomnia, anxiety, confusion
• Skin erythema (red spots), swelling, itching
• Dizziness
• Itching

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the effectiveness and safety of the medication for a long time.

Appearance

Green oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

10 Tablets/PTP, 60 Tablets/Box [(10 Tablets/PTP x 6)], 120 Tablets/Box [(10 Tablets/PTP x 12)], 30 Tablets/Bottle, 120 Tablets/Bottle, 300 Tablets/Bottle, 500 Tablets/Bottle