Ginkgo Biloba vs Gotu Kola

Ginkgo biloba is one of the oldest living tree species, often referred to as a living fossil. Its leaves have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years. It is one of the top-selling herbal supplements worldwide, primarily used for cognitive function and circulatory health.

Gotu kola is a creeping herb found in tropical and subtropical regions, used in Ayurvedic, Chinese, and Southeast Asian medicine for thousands of years. It is one of the most important herbs for cognitive function in Ayurveda (where it is sometimes called Brahmi) and for wound healing and skin health.

Ginkgolides, Bilobalide, Quercetin, Kaempferol, Isorhamnetin

Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Asiatic acid, Madecassic acid, Brahmoside

Memory enhancement, Respiratory ailments, Circulatory support, Tinnitus treatment, Longevity tonic

Memory enhancement, Wound healing, Longevity tonic, Meditation aid, Skin health

Cognitive decline and dementia, Peripheral arterial disease, Tinnitus, Macular degeneration, Vertigo

Wound healing and scar reduction, Cognitive function, Venous insufficiency, Anxiety, Keloid treatment

120-240mg standardized extract daily in 2-3 divided doses

250-500mg standardized extract (10% asiaticoside) 2-3 times daily

Bleeding disorders, Pre-surgery (stop 2 weeks before), Seizure disorders, Diabetes (monitor blood sugar)

Liver disease, Scheduled surgery, Concurrent hepatotoxic medications

Headache, Dizziness, GI upset, Allergic skin reactions, Increased bleeding risk

GI upset, Nausea, Drowsiness, Headache, Skin irritation (topical), Liver toxicity (rare, long-term)