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Short description:
A Remedy For :
- Poor circulation in the brain
- Poor circulation in active muscles
- Vertigo due to poor circulation
- Ringing in the ears due to poor circulation.
Ginkgo is generally accepted as a remedy for minor deficits in brain function, such as those that occur with advancing age. Ginkgo leaves have been used for improving blood flow, memory loss due to certain brain problems (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, stroke), as well as for relieving dizziness, and for ringing in the ears. It is used to improve concentration and combat short-term memory loss due to clogged arteries in the brain, and to treat dizziness, ringing in the ears, headache, and emotional hypersensitivity accompanied by anxiety. For people with intermittent circulation problems in the legs, it permits longer pain-free walks.
Description:
Ginkgo Biloba
What It Is; Why It Works: Although the Ginkgo tree has been around for 200 million years, it's only during the last couple of decades that its true value has been recognized. Active compounds inGinkgo extract improve circulation, discourage clot formation, reinforce the walls of the capillaries, and protect nerve cells from harm when deprived of oxygen. These ingredients also appear to have an antioxidant effect, sparing brain tissue from the damage caused by free radicals. Because the active ingredients are limited to minute quantities in natural Ginkgo leaves, only concentrated Ginkgo extract is really effective. The Ginkgo tree grows over 100 feet high and can live for hundreds of years. Native to China, Japan, and Korea, it now grows worldwide, and is intensively cultivated in major plantations such as one in Sumter, South Carolina.
Avoid If...; If you've ever been warned about the possibility of bleeding in the brain, you should avoid Ginkgo; there have been reports of intracranial hemorrhage associated with this herb. Also avoid it if it gives you an allergic reaction. Stomach upset nausea, diarrhea or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, contact your doctor promptly. Very unlikely but report promptly: fainting, trouble speaking, weakness, unusual bleeding or bruising. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this product, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Special Cautions: Taken orally in customary doses, Ginkgo is unlikely to have side effects. Spasms, cramps, and mild digestive problems are the most common reactions. On rare occasions, allergic skin problems may occur.
Possible Drug Interactions: Combining Ginkgo with clot-busting drugs, blood-thinners, or aspirin may increase your risk of intracranial bleeding. 6. Special Information If You Are Pregnant or Breastfeeding: There is no information available.
How to Prepare: Ginkgo extract is produced in liquid, tablet, and capsule form, in strengths ranging from 30 to 500 milligrams. Tea made from Ginkgo leaves, as in traditional Chinese medicine, is too weak to be effective.
Typical Dosage: A total daily intake of 120 milligrams is usually recommended, typically in three 40-milligram doses spaced throughout the day. Doses of up to 240 milligrams a day are taken by people with severe memory loss. Strengths of commercial preparations may vary. Follow the manufacturer's labeling whenever available.
Overdosage: A massive overdose can reduce muscle tone, leading to severe weakness. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
Caution! Before starting to take this medicine, it is vital that you should consult your doctor! Do not use it on your own initiative, without medical advice.
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