Ginkgo

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Definition 1

A tree native to China. Substances taken from the leaves and seeds have been used in some cultures to treat certain medical problems. Ginkgo has been studied in the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer disease, dementia, certain blood vessel diseases, and memory loss. It may cause bleeding or high blood pressure when used with certain drugs. Also called ginkgo biloba and maidenhair tree. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

A substance derived from the plant Ginkgo biloba. Ginkgo biloba leaf extract contains potent anti-oxidants and substances believed to improve blood flow to the brain and peripheral tissues. Ginkgo biloba exocarp polysaccharides (GBEP) can inhibit proliferation and induce apoptosis and differentiation of tumor cells. As a medicinal herb, ginkgo requires standardization for medicinal use; typically, a 50:1 extract of ginkgo leaf is used in ginkgo supplements. (NCI Thesaurus)

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