Ginkgo
Ginkgo biloba
Tradition of Use: Western, TCM (Yin Guo)
Mechanism of Action
Increases circulation, platelet-activating factor antagonist, antioxidant, neuroprotective
Key Conditions & Uses
Preparation
Capsule, tincture
Dosage
120-240mg extract daily (standardized to 24% ginkgo flavone glycosides)
Active Compounds
Ginkgolides, bilobalide, flavone glycosides, terpene lactones
Interactions
Potentiates anticoagulants, antiplatelet drugs; MAO inhibitors
Contraindications
Bleeding disorders; surgery (discontinue 2 weeks); pregnancy
Evidence Level & Clinical Notes
Evidence Level:
Moderate - mixed evidence for cognition; better for circulation
Clinical Notes:
Leaf used medicinally (not seed); anticoagulant effect; takes 6-12 weeks; quality varies
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