Ginkgo Biloba for Focus: Realistic Expectations
What Ginkgo can and cannot do, and the key safety warning.
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Quick answer
- Ginkgo may raise bleeding risk with blood thinners.
- Bacopa may interact with antidepressants.
- Not for pregnancy, nursing or diagnosed neurological conditions.
Supplement, not medicine
MemoHoney is not FDA approved; no supplement is (NIH ODS).
Blood thinners
Ginkgo may increase bleeding risk with warfarin and similar drugs (NCCIH).
Antidepressants
A possible interaction between Bacopa and antidepressants has been noted in adverse-event reviews.
Other side effects
Bacopa can cause stomach upset in some people, and niacin can cause mild flushing at higher amounts (NIH).
Who should avoid it
Pregnant or nursing women, anyone with a diagnosed neurological condition, and anyone on prescription medicine without advice. See how to take it.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take MemoHoney with warfarin?
Only with your doctor's approval, because of Ginkgo.
Does MemoHoney contain caffeine?
Caffeine is not on the label.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor before starting any supplement. We may earn a commission from links on this page; see our disclosure and editorial standards.
