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Ginkgo biloba EGb 761

Dementia symptoms · Circulation · Cognitive aging
Tier 3 — Trending

What it is

The pharmaceutical-grade EGb 761 extract is distinct from generic ginkgo with rigorous standardisation. Multiple European trials found 240 mg/day significantly improves dementia symptoms. A 2023 Cochrane update noted modest benefits. Anticoagulant properties require supervision with blood thinners. Generic ginkgo lacks equivalent evidence.

Efficacy
3/5
Safety
3/5
Research
3/5
Onset
2/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
2/5

Dose

240 mg/day EGb 761 pharmaceutical-grade extract (not generic ginkgo); divided into 2 daily doses

Time of day & tips

Take with food to reduce stomach upset. Space 2 hours from blood-thinning medications. Medical supervision if on warfarin or aspirin. Allow 6–12 weeks for cognitive benefits.

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