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K so I just bought some of this Ginko Biloba stuff, its supposed to increase blood flow. Now Im wondering does this make drugs more potent? Im wondering because more blood flow, more substance at one time. Like I dropped a pill like 2hrs ago, and then had a shot or two or rum in some coke and Im already buzzed. I dont drink alot tho so that could be it to but has anyone ever expirianced this. Also a while ago I had one these then toked up and it hit me really hard. So Im just wondering.
ive started taking it recently aswell bruv, never even thought about it effecting drugs, and havent noticed anything so i doubt it but i guess it could be possible
was this the reason u bought it for in the first place?
oh yeh i remember now just read the other thread
let me know if it helps mate or does anything, i certianly noticed a difference within a couple days of taking it, i can concentrate better and definately feel better in someway i need to take it for a month or so though before i can tell fully
where can ya get this stuff
cheers all :)
No I didnt start taking it too get real messed up, LoL. But hey if its gonna work for what I need it for and do that aint too bad. And you just get it at GNC if your an American and Shoppers if you a Canadian.
But I unno it seems like it would work that way, giving more blood flow and thus more drugs, but if it dosnt it dosnt, Im not gonna be bumed out ur anything.
cheers dude i will keep my eye out for it in the uk might be able to get it from a chemist
cheers all :)
You can get Gingko Biloba from Asda, Holland and Barretts etc etc. Its used to aid in concentration and memory. I took that and Korean Ginseng for 4/5 months when I was blazing a trail through herbal supplements, to 'increase vitality!!!!!!' and 'increase energy!!!!!!' and pretty much all of them did fuck all.
No it doesn't increase the potency of drugs (like weed, or E, or psychedelics), as it increases blood flow. It is the rate of reaction between the drug and receptor sites (which is related to the amount of chemical in the blood), that will correspond to the strength of effect. So if the blood flow is increased, yet the drug level kept the same, it would have no effect on the rate of reaction between the receptors and chemical (but maybe bring it on faster, but I think the increase of blood flow is so small, that it wouldn't lead to any noticeable psychoactive effects, as opposed to jus tekin the drug).
Wikipedia
The extract of the Ginkgo leaves contains flavonoid glycosides and ginkgolides and has been used pharmaceutically. It has many alleged properties, but is mainly used as memory enhancer and anti-vertigo agent. However, studies differ about its efficacy.
It is commonly added to energy drinks, but the amount is typically so low it does not produce a noticeable effect, except for the placebo effect from being listed on the label. Out of the many (conflicting) research results there seem to be basically three effects of the extract on the human body: it improves blood flow (including microcirculation in small capillaries) to most tissues and organs, it protects against oxidative cell damage from free radicals (antioxidant) and blocks many of the effects of PAF (platelet aggregation: ??blood clotting?) that have been related to the development of a number of cardiovascular, renal, respiratory and CNS (Central Nervous System) disorders.
Side effects
Ginkgo may have some undesirable effects, especially for individuals with blood circulation disorders and those taking anti-coagulants such as aspirin and warfarin, although recent studies have found that ginkgo has little or no effect on the anticoagulant properties or pharmacodynamics of warfarin[1][2]. It should also not be used by people who are taking the anti-depressant drugs known as monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) or by pregnant women.
Ginkgo side effects and cautions include possible increased risk of bleeding, gastrointestinal discomfort, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches, and restlessness. Ginkgo should also not be used by pregnant women or people with a blood clotting disorder without consulting a doctor first.
If any side effects are experienced the dosage should be lowered immediately. Ginkgo supplements are usually taken in the range of 40??200 mg per day. If the side effects continue usage should be stopped completely.
Anti-Vertigo. U mean like being affraid of hights???