TimingGinkgo Biloba

Anytime, stay consistent

When to take Ginkgo Biloba

Anytime, consistent daily

Ginkgo improves blood flow and is used for memory and circulation. It's taken consistently every day, usually split.

Updated 2026-10-25

Best time in your day

Any time of day: pick a time that suits you and keep it the same every day.

When
Anytime, consistently
Food
With or without food
Typical dose
120–240 mg standardised extract (EGb 761) per day

How to take it

  1. 1Use a standardised extract
  2. 2Split into two doses
  3. 3Take it every day for 6–12 weeks
  4. 4Stop 2 weeks before surgery

Watch out

Ginkgo increases bleeding risk. Never eat raw ginkgo seeds.

Keep apart from

  • Blood thinners and antiplatelet drugs
  • NSAIDs
  • Seizure medication

Common questions

Does it prevent dementia?

A large trial found it didn't prevent dementia.

Does it help tinnitus?

Evidence is weak.

Can I take it with aspirin?

Not without medical advice.

Explore further

Commonly used for

Memory & brain health

Sources

  1. NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Ginkgo

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For general education only, not medical advice. Talk to a qualified doctor before starting or changing supplements, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or on medication.