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How should I take ginkgo biloba?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

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Gingko biloba comes in the form of teas, liquids, colas, capsules, extracts, sprays, bars and tablets. Follow all instructions and warnings on the package of your gingko biloba. Taking gingko biloba with food and a full glass of water will help your body absorb this supplement. Do not take gingko biloba with any medications that may interact with it, especially blood thinners and seizure drugs.

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Ginkgo biloba, a top selling herbal supplement, is used for the treatment of dementia, dizziness and claudication (painful legs from exercise or clogged arteries). Derived from the Ginkgo tree, ginkgo biloba supplements are usuall...

y taken in the range of 40-200 mg per day. As with any supplements please consult your doctor for correct dosage and any potential side effects. Learn more about gingko from our experts.

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Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba, a top selling herbal supplement, is used for the treatment of dementia, dizziness and claudication (painful legs from exercise or clogged arteries). Derived from the Ginkgo tree, ginkgo biloba supplements are usually taken in the range of 40-200 mg per day. As with any supplements please consult your doctor for correct dosage and any potential side effects. Learn more about gingko from our experts.

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