Cognix Tablets (Ginkgo Biloba Extract)

Adult dose

As Ginkgo Biloba extract, take 240 mg once daily, 1 tablet per dose. It can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication is made from Ginkgo Biloba extract and should not be taken by individuals allergic to certain components. It should not be used in children or adolescents under 18 years of age due to insufficient safety data. Pregnant women are also advised not to take this medication. Additionally, due to lactose content, patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should avoid its use. During the use of this medication, it is important not to take other medications that affect blood coagulation. Caution should be exercised especially when taken in combination with anticoagulants or certain anti-inflammatory drugs, as this may excessively enhance the efficacy. Furthermore, this medication can affect enzymes involved in drug metabolism in the liver, posing a risk of altering the effects of other medications. Close monitoring of drug concentration and effects may be necessary when taken alongside calcium channel blockers or theophylline. Individuals at risk of bleeding or currently taking bleeding-related medications should consult with their physician before use. Nursing women should discuss with a healthcare professional whether this medication can be transferred through breast milk before taking it, as it is uncertain. Patients with epilepsy should use caution as this medication may worsen seizures. If surgery is planned, discontinue this medication at least 36 hours prior to the procedure to reduce the risk of bleeding. The duration of use should be no less than 8 weeks depending on symptoms, and if symptoms do not improve after 3 months, consult a physician. Nausea, headaches, insomnia, anxiety, and skin rashes may occur during use, and if such symptoms appear, consult a healthcare professional immediately. Long-term use may increase the risk of bleeding, so caution is warranted. This medication is not an antihypertensive; therefore, it should not be used as an alternative treatment in patients with hypertension. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container, sealed safely.

Serious side effects

• Allergic shock
• increased risk of bleeding
• anaphylaxis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• headache
• insomnia
• anxiety
• confusion
• skin reddening
• swelling
• itching
• dizziness

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius at room temperature to preserve the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance

Green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle, 10 tablets/box [(10 tablets/PTP)]