- Ginkgo biloba is an antioxidant-rich herb used to enhance brain health and treat a variety of conditions.
- Ginkgo contains numerous flavonoids, compounds which proponents suggest can protect against aging-related issues such as dementia by improving blood flow to the brain, among other benefits.
- Ginkgo biloba is said to aid in the treatment or prevention of the following health problems:
- Age-related macular degeneration, Alzheimer's disease, Anxiety, Asthma, Bronchitis, Depression, Erectile dysfunction, Fatigue, Glaucoma, High blood pressure, Insulin resistance, Multiple sclerosis, Peripheral artery disease, Sexual dysfunction in women, Tinnitus.
- Palpitations
- Bleeding disorder
- Dizziness
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Headache
- Hypersensitivity
- Patients with blood circulation disorders or individuals on anticoagulants, such as aspirin, are at risk of experiencing undesirable effects after taking ginkgo.
- Those taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) as antidepressants should not take ginkgo as it inhibits monoamine oxidase, reducing the effectiveness of the medications.
- Combining the two may also increase the risk of a potentially fatal condition known as serotonin syndrome.
- Gingko can also exaggerate both the good and bad effects of another type of antidepressant, known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs).
- Ginkgo leaves contain long-chain alkylphenols, which are highly allergenic. People who are allergic to poison ivy and other plants with alkylphenols should completely avoid taking ginkgo.
- Eating raw or roasted ginkgo seeds can be poisonous and may lead to serious sideeffects.
Vinpocetine is a semi-synthetic derivative of vincamine, an alkaloid derived from
Vinca minor L. plant. It has a nootropic (protects nerves and the brain) effect. It
inhibits the voltage-dependent neuronal sodium channels, which in turn enhances a
chemical messenger (intracellular cGMP levels) in the brain. Thus, increases blood
flow within the brain. This is how it prevents the destruction of never cells
(neurons) and protects the brain. Thus, helps enhancement of the nervous system. It
also has an antioxidant property. This works by oxidizing the free radicals (toxins)
in the body.
Vinpocetine is said to increase the efficiency of brain cells, leading to increases in
short term memory; increase blood supply to the brain by increasing cerebral
metabolism, increase brain glucose and oxygen consumption, and act as a
neuroprotectant.
Vinpocetine is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, dementia in
Parkinson's disease, age related memory loss and head injury.
Headache
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This supplement should be used with caution in patients suffering from bleeding
disorder due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
This supplement should be used with caution in patients suffering from bleeding
disorder due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
This supplement should be used with caution in patients suffering from low blood
pressure due to the increased risk of worsening the patient's condition.
Use of this supplement may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some patients.
This supplement should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver
diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects.
