Ginkgo Biloba Tablet 240 mg (Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract)

Adult dose

As Ginkgo leaf dry extract, take 240 mg once a day. It can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication contains Ginkgo leaf dry extract as its main ingredient, and certain individuals should avoid taking it. First, those allergic to this medicine or its components should refrain from use. Additionally, safety studies in children and adolescents are insufficient, so children and adolescents under 18 should not take this medicine. Pregnant women are also advised against taking this medicine. This medicine contains lactose; therefore, individuals with lactose intolerance or specific genetic metabolic disorders should avoid it. Caution is necessary if taking this medication alongside anticoagulants or other medications that affect blood coagulation, as it may enhance the effects. Moreover, this medicine can affect various drug metabolism enzymes in the liver, leading to changes in the effects or duration of other medications when taken together. In particular, when combined with calcium channel blockers or theophylline, there is a risk of side effects due to changes in drug concentration, necessitating careful observation and dosage adjustments. Patients with bleeding disorders or those taking high-risk bleeding medications should consult a doctor before taking this medicine. Breastfeeding women should also consult a healthcare professional before use, and additional seizure risks may be present in patients with epilepsy. Since the risk of bleeding may increase while taking this medicine, it should be discontinued at least 36 hours prior to any scheduled surgery. The duration of treatment should be at least 8 weeks, and if symptoms do not improve or worsen after 3 months, consult a doctor. During treatment, adverse reactions such as nausea, headache, insomnia, anxiety, skin rash, itching, and dizziness may occur, and if these symptoms develop, seek immediate professional advice. Serious allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, have been reported, so caution is advised. This medicine is not a treatment for high blood pressure; thus, hypertension patients should not take this medicine unless specific treatment is needed. Finally, this medicine should be kept out of reach of children and stored securely in its original container.

Serious side effects

Allergic shock, anaphylaxis

Mild side effects

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

This medicine is susceptible to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature).

Appearance

Green oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

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