Drug interactions
Ginko biloba + Tirofiban
Severity: Minor
Ginko biloba and Tirofiban: minor interaction.
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For healthcare professionals — reference only. This page is a brief summary, not medical advice and not a substitute for official labeling or clinical judgement. Always verify before prescribing or dispensing.
Summary
Tirofiban is a potent intravenous glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor and ginkgo may add a small antiplatelet effect. The additional bleeding risk is theoretical but could matter in acute coronary patients.
What this interaction means in plain words
Ginko biloba and Tirofiban have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Ginko biloba belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Tirofiban belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Possible additive platelet inhibition from ginkgo's platelet-activating factor antagonism with glycoprotein IIb/IIIa receptor blockade.
What to do
Hold ginkgo while the patient is receiving tirofiban. Monitor for bleeding signs and platelet counts as part of routine tirofiban care.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Ginko biloba
- Ginko biloba + Ketorolac Major
- Abciximab + Ginko biloba Moderate
- Aceclofenac + Ginko biloba Moderate
- Acemetacin + Ginko biloba Moderate
- Alteplase + Ginko biloba Moderate
- Anagrelide + Ginko biloba Moderate
Other interactions of Tirofiban
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Ginko biloba with Tirofiban?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Ginko biloba and Tirofiban have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Tirofiban is a potent intravenous glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitor and ginkgo may add a small antiplatelet effect. The additional bleeding risk is theoretical but could matter in acute coronary patients.
How serious is the interaction between Ginko biloba and Tirofiban?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Hold ginkgo while the patient is receiving tirofiban. Monitor for bleeding signs and platelet counts as part of routine tirofiban care.
What other medicines interact with Ginko biloba?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Ginko biloba with, for example, Ketorolac, Abciximab, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Ginko biloba page.
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