Gingko Tablets 240 mg (Ginkgo Biloba Extract)

Adult dose

As Ginkgo Biloba Extract, take 240 mg once a day, 1 tablet at a time. It can be taken regardless of meals.

This medication contains ingredients derived from Ginkgo Biloba, which may cause specific allergic reactions; thus, individuals who are hypersensitive to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. Safety for children and adolescents has not been adequately proven, so it should not be used by those under 18 years of age. It is also advisable for pregnant women to avoid taking this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should not take it. While taking this medication, avoid concurrent use with anticoagulants such as warfarin or aspirin as it may enhance the medication's efficacy and increase bleeding risk. Additionally, this medication may affect the metabolism of other drugs in the liver, so caution is needed when taking it with calcium channel blockers or theophylline, as the effects of these drugs may change. Individuals with bleeding disorders or those taking medications that increase bleeding risk should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Lactating women should also consult with a professional due to uncertainty about the transfer of this medication into breast milk. Caution is needed for patients with epilepsy, as this medication may increase the likelihood of seizure worsening. There is a possibility of increased bleeding risk while using this medication, so it should be discontinued at least 36 hours before surgery, and if symptoms do not improve or worsen after 3 months, consultation with a doctor is necessary. In addition, if unusual symptoms such as nausea, headache, insomnia, or skin rash occur, it is essential to stop taking the medication and consult a professional. This medication is not a treatment for hypertension; thus, patients with high blood pressure should not use it unless specific treatment is required. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container, tightly sealed, to maintain its quality and ensure safe use.

Serious side effects

• Allergic shock
• anaphylaxis
• increased risk of bleeding

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. This will help preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Green, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

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