Use for: Ginkgo biloba is used for anxiety, cognitive function, memory, dementia and conditions associated with cerebral vascular insufficiency, especially in the elderly, that includes memory loss, headache, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, mood disturbances and hearing disorders.
Concerns: Ginkgo is mostly well tolerated in appropriate dose for several weeks up to 6 years. It may cause mild gastrointestinal upset, headache, dizziness, palpitations, constipation and allergic skin reactions. Large doses may cause restlessness, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, spontaneous bleeding, lack of muscle tone and weakness.
There is concern of using ginkgo on pregnancy and lactation. It should be avoided on pregnancy and lactation.