Uses of Gintecin 40

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1. What is Gintecin 40?

Gintecin 40 belongs to the group of drugs of herbal and animal origin and has the main active ingredient is ginkgo biloba extract.
Dosage form: there are two forms: film-coated tablets and solution for injection. Packing form: box of 6 blisters x 10 tablets, each tablet contains 40mg of ginkgo biloba or box of 10 tubes x 5ml, each tube contains 17.5mg of ginkgo biloba.

2. Uses of Gintecin

Pharmacodynamics: Ginkgo Biloba has the ability to inhibit platelet activating agents through competitive antagonism with the platelet activating agent receptor. The result is decreased platelet aggregation, decreased endothelial permeability and bronchospasm, and decreased inflammatory response. In addition, Ginkgo Biloba extract has the effect of scavenging free radicals and inhibiting the formation of lipoperoxide. Therefore, it has the effect of protecting cell membranes against damage caused by free radicals. Improving blood circulation is one of the therapeutic applications of Ginkgo Biloba extract, through reducing blood viscosity, increasing the elasticity of blood cells such as red blood cells, white blood cells, and Ginkgo Biloba extract has the ability to improve blood circulation. circulation improvement. In addition, Ginkgo Biloba has a protective effect on body tissues through increasing the concentration of glucose and oxygen to the anemic tissues. Ginkgo Biloba also has the effect of regulating vascular tone through the mechanism of increasing catecholamine release and degradation, promoting the formation of prostacyclin and endothelial-derived vasodilators.
Pharmacodynamics:
Absorption: Gintecin is well absorbed after use and concentrates mainly in organs such as the heart, lungs, eyes, skin, glands, nervous system, aorta. Gintecin 40 is eliminated mainly in the feces and urine.

3. Indications and contraindications of Gintecin 40

3.1. Indications Gintecin is indicated in the following cases:
Patients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, memory loss Dizziness, tinnitus, hearing loss Intermittent lameness Retinal anemia Weak yang Cerebral circulatory insufficiency 3.2. Contraindications Absolutely contraindicated not to use Gintecin for the following subjects:
People who are allergic to any ingredient of Gintecin 40 Children under 12 years of age Pregnant and lactating women should not use Gintecin. 40.

4. Dosage and how to take Gintecin

You need to strictly follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and usage of Gintecin. Absolutely do not arbitrarily increase or decrease the dose of medicine, change the route of administration, give medicine to other people to avoid harm to health.
Oral form: 1 tablet/time x 1-2 times/day. Patients should pay attention not to drink on an empty stomach, it is best to drink during or after meals. Accordingly, drink the whole tablet with filtered water, do not chew or crush so that the drug works well. Do not take the drug with other liquids such as coffee, tea, alcohol, ... because drug interactions may occur.
Injection form: intravenously or intramuscularly with a dose of 5-10ml/day or intravenous infusion of 25-50ml/day depending on the medical condition. Note: do not mix with other drugs for injection. For intravenous infusion, it can be mixed with physiological saline or low molecular dextrane solution.
Treatment of overdose and missed dose:
If you miss a dose: take a dose of Gintecin as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip it and take your next dose as directed.
In case of overdose: Overdose symptoms such as gastrointestinal disturbances, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, loss of muscle tone, convulsions, bleeding (including epistaxis, gastrointestinal bleeding, etc.) brain hemorrhage, bruises on the skin, etc.). You need to immediately go to the nearest emergency center for treatment, bring all the medicines you are using, including prescription drugs, non-prescription drugs, dietary supplements, herbs, .... Currently There is no specific antidote for overdose, treatment includes supportive and symptomatic treatment.

5. Gintecin 40 . Side Effects

During the use of Gintecin, you may encounter the following undesirable effects: digestive disorders, headache, low blood pressure, skin allergies, increased bleeding time. However, these side effects are usually mild and rarely occur.

6. Some notes when using Gintecin

Pregnant and breastfeeding women: Currently there is not enough evidence on the safety of taking Gintecin during pregnancy and lactation, so Gintecin should not be used in women. this. Drivers and Machines: Gintecin 40 has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines. Gintecin is not a treatment for high blood pressure, so it should not be used as a substitute for other antihypertensive drugs.

7. Gintecin drug interactions

Gintecin may slow blood clotting. Therefore, do not combine Gintecin 40 with other drugs that slow blood clotting such as: Aspirin, Warfarin, Heparin, Ibuprofen, Indomathacin.

8. How to store Gintecin

Store Gintecin in a cool, dry place, at room temperature, away from direct light. Keep Gintecin 40 out of reach of children and pets. Gintecin has a shelf life of 5 years from the date of manufacture. Note that the medicine should only be used when the label is intact and the expiry date is still intact. Do not use the drug when there are signs of change in color, properties, ... Do not throw Gintecin into the toilet or water pipe. Gintecin is manufactured by Siu Guan Chem Ind Co., Ltd, Taiwan. Gintecin 40 has the main ingredient is ginkgo biloba, which is used in the treatment of brain dysfunction. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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