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GC Ginkgo Injection (Ginkgo Leaf Dry Extract)

Prescription medicationInjections근육 · 정맥
Ingredient · strength
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Dried Extract›3.5mg / 1mL
Manufacturer / importer
(주)녹십자웰빙
Appearance
A brown ampoule injection containing a light brown liquid
Packaging
5mL X 50 ampoules
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201702532 · Notified 2017.05.23

Summary

Main use
Improvement of cerebral blood circulation and brain function disorders (cognitive and sensory disorders), treatment of peripheral artery circulation disorders
Who receives it
Adults
Adult administration
Inject 5 to 10mL intramuscularly or intravenously once a day, or intravenous injection of 15mL every two days. For acute treatment: administer 25 milliliters intravenously or via infusion per day. For severe treatment: administer 25-50 milliliters intravenously or via infusion per day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)녹십자웰빙

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of cerebral blood circulation and brain function disorders (cognitive and sensory disorders), treatment of peripheral artery circulation disorders

  • Cerebral blood circulation disorders
  • brain nutritional disorders
  • brain function disorders
  • intellectual and alertness decline
  • dizziness
  • tinnitus
  • headaches
  • visual disturbances
  • memory decline
  • anxiety
  • depressive mood
  • inner ear deafness
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This medicine is used to improve symptoms of brain function disorders caused by cerebral blood circulation disorders and brain nutritional disorders. It is particularly helpful in alleviating various symptoms such as memory decline, dizziness, headaches, tinnitus, and visual disturbances. Additionally, it is effective in treating peripheral arterial circulation disorders such as atherosclerotic vascular disease or diabetic vascular damage, and peripheral artery occlusive disease. By improving the vascular and nerve function decline caused by these conditions, it facilitates overall blood circulation, thus playing an important role in maintaining the health of the nervous and vascular systems. In summary, this medicine is used to treat brain function disorders and peripheral artery circulation disorders.

How it is given

Adult administration

Inject 5 to 10mL intramuscularly or intravenously once a day, or intravenous injection of 15mL every two days. For acute treatment: administer 25 milliliters intravenously or via infusion per day. For severe treatment: administer 25-50 milliliters intravenously or via infusion per day.

Precautions

This medicine is provided as an ampoule injection, and caution must be taken to avoid glass fragments when opening the container. Extra care is required especially when used by children or the elderly. People with allergies to this medicine or have had hypersensitive reactions should not use it. Additionally, it is safe for pregnant women or women who may become pregnant to avoid taking this medicine. People with bleeding disorders or conditions where blood does not coagulate properly, as well as those taking anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents, should be particularly cautious when using this medicine. Patients undergoing surgery should definitely consult their physician before taking this medicine. Rarely, gastrointestinal disturbances may occur with this medicine, and allergic individuals may experience symptoms such as hypotension, dizziness, headaches, hot flashes, or irregular heartbeat. Insomnia or skin allergy symptoms may also occur. Some individuals may experience symptoms such as pain in the extremities, fever, chills, shock, fatigue, chronic airway obstruction, leg swelling, and angina-like symptoms. Severe allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis, may occur, so caution is advised. Breastfeeding women are advised not to take this medicine, as there isn’t sufficient information regarding whether the ingredients pass into breast milk. This medicine is known to have no effect on glucose metabolism, so it can be relatively safely used by diabetic patients.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Anaphylaxis or anaphylactic reactions

Mild side effects

  • Mild gastrointestinal disturbances
  • hypotension
  • dizziness
  • headaches
  • hot flashes
  • heart rhythm disorders
  • insomnia
  • allergic skin symptoms
  • pain in extremities
  • gastrointestinal disturbances
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  • fever
  • chills
  • shock
  • fatigue
  • chronic airway obstruction
  • leg swelling
  • angina-like symptoms

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

Storage

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container that can block light and is safe when kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees. Storing it this way helps maintain its effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A brown ampoule injection containing a light brown liquid

Package unit

5mL X 50 ampoules

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