A well-known herb with a real bleeding-risk caution.
Retina ClearIn plain words
Ginkgo comes from the leaves of a very old tree species. Extracts are standardized to flavone glycosides and terpene lactones.
Retina ClearWhat the evidence shows
A few small studies looked at blood flow around the eye, mostly in glaucoma, with early and uneven results. Big trials of ginkgo for memory in older adults have largely come up empty.
In this capsule
It is on the seller's list, and the amount is not stated.
Watch-outs: Ask before use if you take warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel or any blood thinner, or if surgery or dental work is near. Ginkgo may increase bleeding risk and can cause headache or stomach upset.
Common question
Can I take ginkgo with aspirin?
Only with your prescriber's approval, since both can affect clotting.