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Escitalopram and Ginkgo Biloba, a caution.
Escitalopram impairs platelet aggregation by depleting platelet serotonin; Ginkgo's ginkgolides inhibit platelet-activating factor. Combined antiplatelet activity raises bleeding risk, especially with concurrent NSAIDs or anticoagulants.
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- Substances
- Escitalopram and Ginkgo Biloba
- Pair type
- Caution
- Evidence (highest tier)
- Moderate
- Source citations
- 2 sources
- Stack Score effect
- −5 to your Stack Score (per scored caution row).
- Scope
- Supplement × Prescription
- Last verified
- May 30, 2026
Caution · Moderate evidence
Caution
What is happening. Escitalopram impairs platelet aggregation by depleting platelet serotonin; Ginkgo's ginkgolides inhibit platelet-activating factor. Combined antiplatelet activity raises bleeding risk, especially with concurrent NSAIDs or anticoagulants.
Mechanism. Escitalopram blocks platelet SERT, depleting 5-HT needed for normal aggregation. Ginkgolides A/B inhibit PAF receptors, providing an additional antiplatelet pathway.
Recommendation. Avoid Ginkgo biloba while taking escitalopram. Watch for unusual bruising or bleeding; stop Ginkgo 7-14 days before any planned surgery.
Sources (2)
- Woroń J, Siwek M. Unwanted effects of psychotropic drug interactions with medicinal products and diet supplements containing plant extracts. Psychiatr Pol. 2018;52(6):983-996. PMID 30659561
- Andrade C, Sandarsh S, Chethan KB, Nagesh KS. Serotonin reuptake inhibitor antidepressants and abnormal bleeding: a review for clinicians and a reconsideration of mechanisms. J Clin Psychiatry. 2010;71(12):1565-75. PMID 21190637
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Effect on the composite score
If both Escitalopram and Ginkgo Biloba are in the same stack, this pair applies −5 to your Stack Score (per scored caution row).
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