Ginkgo Biloba Extract

Ginkgo Biloba Extract is extract from the leaves of ginkgo biloba. Ginkgo Biloba Extract is used in cerebrovascular and peripheral disorders.


Adult Dose
Dose: 120 mg
Single Dose: 120 (120)
Frequency: 24 hourly
Route: PO
Instructions: Before Meal
Neonatal
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Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Paedriatic
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Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Characteristics
Ginkgo Biloba Extract also known as Ginkgo folium. . It is of Natural origin. It belongs to CNS Stimulant and Cerebral Activator pharmacological group.
Contraindications
Ginkgo Biloba Extract is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Ginkgo Biloba Extract, which give rise to further complications include Skin Hypersensitivity.Ginkgo Biloba Extract produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Bleeding disorders, Palpitation. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Ginkgo Biloba Extract therapy.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Ginkgo Biloba Extract are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Headache, Diarrhea, Anxiety, Restlessness, Allergy, Nausea and vomiting, Gastrointestinal disturbances, Stomach upset, Stomach upset, dizziness.
Indications
'Ginkgo Biloba Extract is primarily indicated in conditions like Cerebral circulatory disorders, Cerebral insufficiency, Circulatory insufficiency, Peripheral vascular disease, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Alzheimer''s disease, Tinnitus.'
Interactions
Ginkgo Biloba Extract is known to interact with other drugs, the details of drug interactions is as follows:DrugDetailsSeverityOnsetManagementDigoxinGinkgo Biloba does not appear to affect serum concentration of Digoxin. No action required. Pioglitazone These interactions are sometimes beneficial and sometimes may pose threats to life. Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
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Risks
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
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Warnings
Should not be use during pregnancy. Should not be use if you are taking MAO inhibitors. May increase risk of bleeding and should not be used if you have a clotting disorder.
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