User Reviews for ginkgo

Heed the warnings regarding interactions! I was using Gingko for three weeks to improve my memory. My Rhuematologist prescribed Ibuprofen twice daily for my arthritis and did not ask if I was taking anything. Two weeks later, a massive bruise suddenly appeared on my wrist. It was four inches across and travelled half way up my inner arm. It was hot to the touch and quite swollen. I had not injured myself and had no idea why this was happening, so looked online to see if I could self-diagnose and found the contraindications of taking the two medications together. Thank goodness the bleeding was on my arm and not internal. I stopped taking the Gingko right away. Please investigate. I wish the doctor had asked, because I had no idea.Read More Read Less

I have fatigue and memory loss from lupus and dermatomyositis (a related muscular dystrophy). The memory loss is very frustrating, as it makes me forget my former vocabulary, thus taking too long in conversation and appearing less intelligent. When I recently tried Ginkgo, I was delighted to start remembering names and terms better. Now I just need to find the optimum dose!

I started taking one ginkgo pill a day during weekdays. I noticed being clearer in the head. Unfortunately, when I skip the weekend days I get a headache that doesn't go away, similar to a caffeine withdrawal headache. After reading some reviews, I see that it is likely due to the impact that the ginkgo has on relieving headaches. The withdrawal headaches scare me. I also think that it may be impacting my sleep as I used to sleep perfectly, but on the ginkgo, I find myself waking at around 3am and then restless after that. Very odd. I like the increased blood flow to the brain idea, but am concerned with these other effects.Read More Read Less

I lost recall of names and words due to stress and a little aging. After trying other remedies, I found some ginkgo last week. Very skeptical, I took two tablets before bed and would have stopped at that. The next afternoon, I suddenly realized that I had perfect recall of several names from decades past. I could also say my intended words better. That caused me to remember the two ginkgo tablets, and while not a cure all, they really seem to help. I need the maximum safe dose, and do not have a favorite brand yet. I think it should be done very carefully...Read More Read Less

Stared taking it to improve mental function. However, after two years of daily supplement use, I realized that my thrice yearly migraines had ceased. I have experienced no adverse side effects.

My short term memory has never been good and my focus often impaired, but with the Gingko I function normally. Over the last 10 years I have taken 120 mg/day and at any time I run out or forget to take it after a few days, it is obvious that I need this suppliment.

I had to come off of my myalgia medication to take this, but my memory was so bad that I decided to risk it. In the last week, my memory has been much better and since it is a blood thinner, my myalgia has been completely tolerable. I'm experimenting here, so time will tell if this pattern will continue. The loss of memory has been debilitating and the Gingko has helped that quite a bit. Maybe my balance is better as well? It's definitely worth trying. I am bruising easily again,(not massive bruises), but I always did before they 'filled up' my iron stores; so that's a return to normal for me. It's not on the list here, but I by the Member's Mark brand from Sam's. I've had a lot of luck with Members Mark vitamins being much better than anything I can find in a typical store. Read More Read Less

Good for me.

started to have moderate to severe dizziness to the point of loss of balance. I am guessing my blood is too thin since it works like a blood thinner. Talk with your provider before taking if you are already on supplements and Meds.

I started experiencing peri-menoupasal symptoms, the worst being brain fog. My work requires high intellectual ability and I was hoping to boost my memory. I have been using gingko biloba for almost a year now. It has absolutely no effect on me whatsoever: no harm, no good. I read a published results from a study suggesting that this supplement could cause liver damage in mice. I am discontinuing it.

I've been taking Rexall Ginkgo Biloba 120mg once a day for over 10 years now. I do technical work and I've noticed it does help my memory especially names and locations. Now that I'm in my 50's I'm considering upping my dosage.

I am turning 50 this year and I've noticed I didn't have erections in the morning and lots of other times, I also had severe leg and foot cramps, after taking Gingko for about a week, I couldn't believe it. I having been taking Gingko for about two years now. I don't have leg cramps anymore (unless I run out for a week), my erections are bigger and I have hardly any gray hair. This is not made up, this herb has been a micarle drug for me. Apparently the increase in blood flow is what my body needs. They must use Ginkgo in the Penis Pills, because on soft I have added 3 or 4 inches, believe it or not it worked for me, just wished I knew about Ginkgo years ago. I have not experienced any side effects, I started out 60 mg a day for a month once a day, then twice a day, now I take 120 mg twice a day. If you have poor circulation this is the herb for you. Read More Read Less

My parents started taking this a number of years ago. When I started noticing my memory and recall ability dwindling, I started taking it also. I have noticed my ability to recall words is better. My memory isn't perfect, but it is better.

I'm 57 years old. I'd swear when I take Ginko Biloba at double or triple the recommended dose I get frequent nocturnal erections, especially towards morning.

Causes extreme gas

My Dr. told me to try it.I did and it worked. It used to be obtainable on the National Health,but now they´ve taken it off.

I have bi-polar depression, PTSD, and OCD.It work's amazing for me, I gradually got off my Paxil, because I hated the way it made me feel!!I hate taking chemical's!!

There are a few herbs that deserve much closer scrutiny. My experience has been first hand. Herbs dosages are critically important for some herbs. Ginkgo like yohimbe and ginseng is very concentrated and has powerful effects most commonly than not. We are far too reckless with these. I wouldn't experiment with Ginkgo unless a last resort is very necessary. Its your brain after all. Use a detox instead for your brain. Adrenals and hormone levels have been my first concern for aging fatigue, hair loss and male sexual function. For me Ginkgo is no good at all and difficult to be free of the side effects. Worse than chromium picolinate and may last years longer. If you have anxiety, stress or a mental issue such as depression seek a herbal holistic medical doctor instead of a maven or family practitionerRead More Read Less

Improved blood flow to increase brain alertness, cognition.