Ginkgo Star Tablet 240 mg (Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract)

Adult dose

As ginkgo leaf dry extract, take 240 mg once a day, 1 tablet per dose. It can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication is made from ginkgo leaf dry extract. People who are allergic to ginkgo leaves or other components of this drug should not use it. There is insufficient safety research on children and adolescents, so it should not be taken by those under 18 years of age. It is also safe for pregnant women not to take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or genetic disorders of sugar absorption should avoid taking it. It is advisable not to take this medication together with blood-thinning drugs. In particular, the risk of bleeding may increase when combined with anticoagulants such as warfarin or aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Additionally, this medication can affect enzymes involved in drug metabolism in the liver, which may alter the effect or duration of other drugs. When taking specific medications such as calcium channel blockers or theophylline, careful monitoring by a physician and dose adjustments are required. If you are taking medications that increase bleeding tendency or risk, you must consult a doctor before taking this medication. Lactating women should also consult a specialist before taking this medication as it is uncertain whether it is passed into breast milk. Patients with epilepsy should be cautious as there is a likelihood of more frequent seizures. If you are scheduled for surgery, this medication should be discontinued at least 36 hours before the procedure, and you should consult with your physician if symptoms do not improve or worsen. If you experience adverse reactions such as nausea, headache, insomnia, skin rash, etc., while taking this medication, consult a specialist immediately. Emergency treatment is necessary, especially if any allergic reactions or severe shock symptoms occur. This medication is not a treatment for hypertension, and hypertensive patients should not expect blood pressure control from it. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and store it tightly closed in its original container to maintain the quality and safety of the drug.

Serious side effects

• Anaphylactic shock
• anaphylaxis reactions
• increased risk of bleeding

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• gastrointestinal disturbances
• headache
• insomnia
• anxiety
• confusion
• skin erythema
• swelling
• itching
• dizziness

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The appropriate storage temperature is room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the drug's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

Green oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

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