ABOUT COURSE
This course provides a thorough exploration of Ginkgo biloba, a herbal supplement recognized for supporting memory, concentration, and overall brain function.
The curriculum covers essential topics for prescribers including:
- Indications
- Dosage and Administration
- Mechanism of Action
- Pharmacokinetics
- Warnings
- Drug Interactions
- Contraindications
- Augmentation Strategies
- Recommended Lab Tests
- Therapeutic Levels
- Overdose Management
- Tapering/Withdrawal
- Use in Special Populations-
- Pregnancy,
- Lactation,
- Renal Impairment,
- Hepatic Impairment,
- Cardiac Impairment,
- Elderly,
- Children and Adolescents.
- Important pearls based on years of practice.
- This course aims to elevate the clinical skills of psychiatric nurse practitioners and other prescribers, equipping them with the knowledge to prescribe and manage Ginkgo Biloba therapy effectively and safely.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Brand Names & Generic:
- Learn about the brand names under which Ginkgo biloba is marketed.
- Learn about the different generic names under which Ginkgo biloba is available in the market.
Indications:
- Learn the FDA-approved uses and potential off-label applications of Ginkgo biloba.
- Know the dosages for all potential off-label uses.
Dosage and Administration:
- Understand different medication forms and their administration.
- Implement appropriate dosage and administration guidelines for Ginkgo biloba in various clinical scenarios.
- Learn how to dose Ginkgo biloba correctly and identify usual dosage ranges.
Pharmacological Effects:
- Explore the mechanisms of Ginkgo biloba.
- Understand how Ginkgo biloba works in the brain to treat various conditions.
- Discuss the impact of Ginkgo biloba on neurotransmitter levels and brain chemistry.
Pharmacokinetics:
- Absorption: Understand how Ginkgo biloba is absorbed in the body.
- Distribution: Learn about the distribution of Ginkgo biloba in the body.
- Metabolism: Discuss the metabolism of Ginkgo biloba.
- Elimination: Understand how Ginkgo biloba is eliminated from the body.
- Half-life: Know the half-life of Ginkgo biloba and its clinical significance.
Drug Interactions:
- Identify common drug interactions with Ginkgo biloba and strategies for managing them.
- Understand the mechanisms through which these interactions occur.
- Know which medications should be avoided with Ginkgo biloba due to drug interactions.
Common Side Effects:
- Learn about the most common side effects of Ginkgo biloba.
- Understand potential life-threatening side effects and how to manage them.
- Educate patients on what to expect and how to manage side effects.
Contraindications:
- Learn about the conditions under which Ginkgo biloba should not be used.
- Understand the reasons why these conditions are contraindicated.
Best Augmenting Combos for Partial Response:
- Learn about the best augmenting combinations for patients with a partial response to Ginkgo biloba.
- Discover effective strategies for augmenting Ginkgo biloba therapy.
- Evaluate the efficacy and safety of common augmentation strategies.
Recommended Lab Tests:
- Learn about recommended lab tests for safe and effective monitoring.
- Identify necessary lab tests to monitor patients on Ginkgo biloba.
- Interpret lab results to guide treatment adjustments.
Therapeutic Monitoring:
- Apply strategies for therapeutic monitoring to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Know about the therapeutic blood levels for Ginkgo biloba.
Overdose:
- Understand the signs and symptoms of Ginkgo biloba overdose.
- Recognize early warning signs of overdose and effective management strategies.
Tapering/Withdrawal:
- Apply best practices for tapering and withdrawal of Ginkgo biloba to minimize withdrawal symptoms.
- Follow best protocols based on decades of clinical practice to safely taper Ginkgo biloba.
- Educate patients on the process and expected symptoms of tapering.
Usage with Special Populations:
- Gain insights into the unique considerations for prescribing Ginkgo biloba to special populations such as Pregnancy, Lactation, Hepatic Impairment, Renal Impairment, Cardiac Impairment, Elderly and Children.
- Tailor Ginkgo biloba dosage for special populations considering their unique needs.
- Understand the risks and benefits of Ginkgo Biloba use in these populations.
Important Pearls:
- Learn about essential clinical pearls to enhance practice and ensure patient safety.
- Understand the most important facts about Ginkgo biloba based on decades of clinical practice.
- Apply practical tips and experiences from clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.
