Ginkgo Biloba 240mg (Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract)

Adult dose

As Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract, take 240mg once a day, 1 tablet per dose. It can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication contains Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract as its active ingredient and should not be taken by individuals allergic to specific components. Safety has not been sufficiently proven for children or adolescents, so it should not be used by those under 18 years of age. Pregnant women are advised not to take this medication. Additionally, it contains lactose, so patients who are lactose intolerant or have related genetic disorders should avoid this medicine. Caution is needed when taking this medicine alongside anticoagulants, some blood pressure medications, or other specific medicines, as the efficacy may change. In particular, using it with drugs that affect blood clotting may increase the risk of bleeding. Individuals with bleeding disorders or those at high risk of bleeding, nursing mothers, and patients with epilepsy should consult a specialist before using this medication. If surgery is planned, this medication should be discontinued at least 36 hours prior to reduce the risk of bleeding. The duration of use varies depending on symptoms but should be at least 8 weeks, and if symptoms do not improve after 3 months, a physician should be consulted. While taking this medication, side effects such as nausea, headache, insomnia, anxiety, skin rash may occur, and severe allergic reactions may also happen, so if any abnormal symptoms arise, consult a specialist immediately. This medicine is not a treatment for hypertension, so patients with high blood pressure should receive separate treatment and should not rely solely on this medication to manage hypertension. Lastly, this medicine should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original container for safety and quality.

Serious side effects

• Allergic shock
• anaphylaxis or anaphylactic reaction
• increased risk of bleeding

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• gastrointestinal disturbance
• headache
• insomnia
• anxiety
• confusion
• skin redness (erythema)
• swelling
• itching
• dizziness

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

Green, oval-shaped film-coated tablet

Package unit

PTP - 100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*10], bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, bottle - 50 tablets/bottle, bottle - 500 tablets/bottle