Does Ginkgo Biloba interact with Aged Garlic Extract?
Written to our editorial standards · reviewed against published research· Updated 2 Jun 2026
Check with a clinician· moderate evidence
Both can thin the blood.
Ginkgo inhibits platelet aggregation and aged garlic has its own mild anti-platelet and blood-pressure-lowering effect, so the two can gently compound each other's thinning action.
What to do
Generally fine for healthy people at culinary or standard supplement doses. Use caution, and check with your doctor, if you take anticoagulants, have a bleeding disorder, or are heading into surgery.
Common questions
Can I take Ginkgo Biloba and Aged Garlic Extract together?
Check with a clinician. Generally fine for healthy people at culinary or standard supplement doses. Use caution, and check with your doctor, if you take anticoagulants, have a bleeding disorder, or are heading into surgery.
Why do Ginkgo Biloba and Aged Garlic Extract interact?
Ginkgo inhibits platelet aggregation and aged garlic has its own mild anti-platelet and blood-pressure-lowering effect, so the two can gently compound each other's thinning action.
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