In this manual :
1. WHAT IS GINKOR FORT, capsule and WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
2. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE TAKING GINKOR FORT, capsule?
3. HOW DO I TAKE GINKOR FORT, capsule?
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO CONSERVE GINKOR FORT, capsule?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT IS GINKOR FORT, capsule and WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic class
VASCULOPROTECTIVE
This medicine is recommended for disorders of venous circulation in the legs (heavy legs, pain, painful sensations known as "impatience" when going to bed, etc.) and for the treatment of symptoms associated with haemorrhoidal attacks.
2. WHAT IS THE INFORMATION TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING GINKOR FORT, capsule?
List of information needed before taking the medicine
Not applicable.
Never take GINKOR FORT, capsule in the following cases:
- Allergy (hypersensitivity to any of the components)
- Hyperthyroidism (thyroid dysfunction)
- Association with certain antidepressants: monoamine oxidase inhibitors or MAOIs (see Taking or using other medicines).
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Be careful with GINKOR FORT, capsule:
Special Warnings
In hemorrhoidal crisis, the symptoms must regress rapidly.
If there is no improvement after 7 days or if the condition worsens, consult your doctor.
DO NOT LEAVE IN THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Precautions for use
This treatment is most effective when combined with a healthy lifestyle: avoid exposure to the sun, heat, prolonged standing and excess weight.
Walking for a long time and wearing suitable support stockings will improve venous circulation.
Use this medicine with caution in cases of severe hypertension.
IF IN DOUBT, DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.
Interactions with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines
TO AVOID POSSIBLE INTERACTIONS BETWEEN MEDICINES, ANY OTHER TREATMENT IN PROGRESS, especially if you are taking antidepressants such as MAOIs, SHOULD BE REPORTED TO YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.
Interactions with food and drink
Not applicable.
Interactions with herbal products or alternative therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medication.
Sportsmen and women
The attention of sportsmen and women should be drawn to the fact that this speciality contains an active ingredient (heptaminol) which may cause a positive reaction in tests carried out during anti-doping controls.
Effects on the ability to drive vehicles or use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with a known effect
Not applicable.
3. HOW TO TAKE GINKOR FORT, capsule
Instructions for proper use
Not applicable.
Dosage, Method and/or route(s) of administration, Frequency of administration and Duration of treatment
Dosage
The usual dosage varies according to the indication:
- Venous circulation disorders: 2 capsules per day, one in the morning and one in the evening.
- Haemorrhoidal crisis: 3 to 4 capsules per day, for 7 days, divided during meals.
Mode and way of administration
Oral use.
Frequency of administration
The medicine should be taken with meals.
Duration of treatment
In hemorrhoidal crisis, do not exceed 7 days of treatment (see Take care with GINKOR FORT, capsule).
Symptoms and instructions in case of overdose
Not applicable.
Instructions in case of missed dose(s)
Not applicable.
Risk of withdrawal syndrome
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of side effects
Like all medicines, GINKOR FORT, capsule is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to them.
Very rarely Stomach aches, digestive disorders (nausea or diarrhea), headaches, skin disorders (itching, hives, eczema-like rash).
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any side effects become serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO CONSERVE GINKOR FORT, capsule
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use GINKOR FORT after the expiry date stated on the box.
No special storage precautions.
If necessary, warnings against certain visible signs of deterioration
Do not dispose of the medicine in the sewage system or in your household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medicines. This will help to protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full list of active ingredients and excipients
What does GINKOR FORT capsule contain?
The active substance is:
GINKGO BILOBA extract standardised to 24% Ginkgo heterosides and 6% Ginkgolides-bilobalide 14 mg
Troxerutin ...................................................................................................................................... 300 mg
Heptaminol hydrochloride ................................................................................................................. 300 mg
For one capsule.
Other components are:
Magnesium stearate, silicic acid.
Capsule shell composition:
Yellow iron oxide (E172), indigotine, titanium dioxide (E171), gelatin.
Pharmaceutical form and content
What is GINKOR FORT, capsule and what does it contain?
This medicine is presented in capsule form. Boxes of 20, 30, 40 or 60.
Name and address of the marketing authorisation holder and of the manufacturing authorisation holder responsible for batch release, if different
Holder
TONIPHARM
3, rue des Quatres Cheminees
92100 BOULOGNE-BILLANCOURT
Operator
TONIPHARM
3, rue des Quatre Cheminees
92100 BOULOGNE BILLANCOURT
Manufacturer
BEAUFOUR IPSEN INDUSTRIE
28100 DREUX
Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the package leaflet
The last date on which this package insert was approved was {date}.
MA under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the website of Afssaps (France).
Information reserved for health professionals
Not applicable.
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