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Ginkgo biloba

The largest RCT (GEM, n=3,069) didn't prevent dementia; some European trials saw gains in mild cognitive impairment. Not recommended for prevention.

2/5Estimated monthly cost: โ‰ˆ 12 โ‚ฌ
Dose

Not recommended for prevention; as treatment 240 mg EGb 761 with a doctor.

Timing

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Bleeding risk with anticoagulants; stop 2 weeks before surgery.

What it is

EGb 761 standardised extract; vasoprotective, antiplatelet.

What the evidence shows

GEM (6 years, 120 mg twice daily): no difference in dementia incidence. Cochrane: inconsistent. EGb 761 240 mg RCTs in dementia: small symptomatic gains.

Goals

Brain, memory

Last reviewed: 6 September 2026

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