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Youngil Ginkgo Biloba Tablet 240mg (Ginkgo Leaf Extract)

OTC medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Dried Extract›240mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
영일제약(주)
Appearance
Green film-coated rectangular tablet
Packaging
100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*10], 30 tablets/bottle, 50 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202402423 · Notified 2024.10.14

Summary

Main use
Improves mental function decline (concentration, memory, etc.)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As Ginkgo Leaf Extract, take 240mg once daily, one tablet at a time. Can be taken regardless of meals.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
영일제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Improves mental function decline (concentration, memory, etc.)

  • Decreased concentration
  • memory impairment
  • dizziness
  • mental function decline
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Used for mental function decline accompanied by decreased concentration, memory impairment, and dizziness.

How to take

Adult dose

As Ginkgo Leaf Extract, take 240mg once daily, one tablet at a time. Can be taken regardless of meals.

Precautions

This medicine contains ingredients extracted from ginkgo leaves, and should not be taken by individuals with specific allergies. Safety studies for children and adolescents are insufficient, so it is advisable not to take this medication if under 18 years old. It is safest for pregnant women to avoid this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic conditions should avoid it. Caution should be exercised when taking this medicine alongside anticoagulants, as it may increase the risk of bleeding. Moreover, this drug may affect the metabolism of various other medications, so dosage adjustments may be necessary when used with certain hypertension medications or asthma treatments. Patients taking medications that pose a bleeding risk or increase bleeding should consult a doctor or pharmacist. It is advisable for breastfeeding women to consult a healthcare professional, as it is uncertain whether this drug is passed into breast milk. Patients with epilepsy should be careful as this medication may increase the frequency of seizures. If scheduled for surgery, it is necessary to discontinue this medication at least 36 hours prior to reduce bleeding risk. If symptoms do not improve or worsen, a consultation with a doctor within 3 months is required to determine whether to continue taking this medication. While taking this medication, side effects such as nausea, headache, insomnia, skin rash may occur, and severe allergic reactions may happen. This medication is not for treating hypertension, so patients needing blood pressure control should seek other treatments. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container for safety.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Allergic shock, anaphylaxis or anaphylactic reaction

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • headache
  • insomnia
  • anxiety
  • confusion
  • skin erythema (red spots)
  • swelling
  • itching
  • dizziness

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Green film-coated rectangular tablet

Package unit

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

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.