TANAKAN 40 mg Tablets

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Sergey Ilyasov

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Dr Sergey Ilyasov is an experienced neurologist and qualified psychiatrist who provides online consultations for adults and adolescents. Combining deep neurological expertise with a modern psychiatric approach, he ensures comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions affecting both physical and mental health.

Dr. Ilyasov helps patients in the following cases:

  • Chronic headaches (migraine, tension-type headache), back pain, neuropathic pain, dizziness, numbness in limbs, coordination disorders.
  • Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder), depression (including atypical and treatment-resistant forms), sleep disturbances (insomnia, hypersomnia, nightmares), stress, burnout.
  • Chronic pain syndromes and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome related to stress, vegetative-vascular dystonia).
  • Behavioral disorders and concentration difficulties in adolescents (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders), nervous tics.
  • Memory impairments, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional swings, and support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thanks to his dual specialization in neurology and psychiatry, Dr Sergey Ilyasov offers integrated and evidence-based care for complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. His consultations focus on accurate diagnosis, development of an individualized treatment plan (including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapeutic methods), and long-term support adapted to each patient's unique needs.

Book an online consultation with Dr. Sergey Ilyasov to receive qualified assistance and improve your well-being today.

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About the medicine

How to use Tanakan

Contents of the leaflet

  1. LEAFLET INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE: INFORMATION FOR THE PATIENT
  2. Warning! Keep the leaflet, the information on the immediate packaging is in a foreign language!
  3. Tanakan
  4. 40 mg, coated tablets
    1. You should carefully read the contents of the leaflet before using the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
    2. Table of contents of the leaflet:
  5. What is Tanakan and what is it used for
  6. Important information before taking Tanakan
    1. When not to take Tanakan
    2. Warnings and precautions
    3. Children
    4. Tanakan and other medicines
    5. Pregnancy and breastfeeding
    6. Driving and using machines
  7. How to take Tanakan
    1. Dosage
    2. Method of administration and route of administration
    3. Duration of treatment
    4. Taking a higher dose of Tanakan than recommended
    5. Missing a dose of Tanakan
  8. Possible side effects
    1. Reporting side effects
  9. How to store Tanakan
  10. Contents of the package and other information
    1. What Tanakan contains
    2. What Tanakan looks like and what the package contains
    3. Marketing authorization holder in the Czech Republic, the country of export:
    4. Manufacturer:
    5. Parallel importer:
    6. Repackaged by:
    7. Date of approval of the leaflet: 25.07.2024

LEAFLET INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE: INFORMATION FOR THE PATIENT

Warning! Keep the leaflet, the information on the immediate packaging is in a foreign language!

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Tanakan

40 mg, coated tablets

Ginkgo folii extractum siccum

You should carefully read the contents of the leaflet before using the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.

This medicine should always be taken exactly as described in the patient leaflet or according to the doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.

  • You should keep this leaflet, so that you can read it again if you need to.
  • If you need advice or additional information, you should consult a pharmacist.
  • If you experience any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
  • If there is no improvement or the patient feels worse, you should contact a doctor.

Table of contents of the leaflet:

  • 1. What is Tanakan and what is it used for
  • 2. Important information before taking Tanakan
  • 3. How to take Tanakan
  • 4. Possible side effects
  • 5. How to store Tanakan
  • 6. Contents of the package and other information
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1. What is Tanakan and what is it used for

Tanakan is used to improve impaired cognitive functions in older people and to improve the quality of life of patients with mild dementia.

2. Important information before taking Tanakan

When not to take Tanakan

If the patient is allergic to the extract of Ginkgo biloba leaves or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
In case of doubts related to the use of the medicine, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Warnings and precautions

Before starting to take Tanakan, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Children

The medicine is not intended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Tanakan and other medicines

You should tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines that the patient is currently taking or has recently taken, as well as about medicines that the patient plans to take.
Tanakan may affect the way other medicines work. Examples of medicines that Tanakan may affect:

  • alfentanil and fentanyl (pain-relieving medicines belonging to the opioid group);
  • cyclosporine, sirolimus, and tacrolimus (medicines that lower the body's immune system);
  • dihydroergotamine and ergotamine (ergot alkaloids used to treat migraines);
  • pimozide (used to treat psychotic disorders);
  • quinidine (used to treat heart rhythm disorders).

Note that the above list is not exhaustive.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If the patient is pregnant or breastfeeding, thinks she may be pregnant, or plans to have a child, she should consult a doctor before taking this medicine.
As a precaution, the use of Tanakan should be avoided during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

Some people may experience dizziness after taking Tanakan. If this happens, you should not drive or operate machines.
The medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) of sodium per tablet, which means that the medicine is considered "sodium-free).

3. How to take Tanakan

This medicine should always be taken according to the doctor's instructions. In case of doubts, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage

Adults: The recommended dose is three tablets a day, evenly distributed throughout the day.

Method of administration and route of administration

Orally.
Tablets should be taken during meals, with ½ glass of water.

Duration of treatment

According to the doctor's instructions.

There is no significant experience with overdose of Tanakan.

Missing a dose of Tanakan

You should not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Tanakan can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Summary of safety profile
The most common side effects reported are: abdominal pain, diarrhea, and dizziness.
If the patient experiences a severe allergic reaction (angioedema) causing swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, you should stop taking the medicine and seek immediate medical attention.
Other side effects:
Common: (occurring in no more than 1 in 10 people)
o Allergic reactions
o Breathing difficulties
o Headache
o Fainting
o Nausea
o Malaise
o Eczema (skin rash)
o Itching
Uncommon: (occurring in no more than 1 in 100 people)
o Hives
o Rash

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet, you should tell your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products
Al. Jerozolimskie 181 C
02-222 Warsaw
Phone: +48 22 49 21 301
Fax: +48 22 49 21 309
Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
By reporting side effects, you can help gather more information on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to store Tanakan

The medicine should be stored out of sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging. The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Store in a temperature below 25°C. Store in the original packaging to protect from light and moisture.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste containers. You should ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer needed. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the package and other information

What Tanakan contains

The active substance of the medicine is dry extract of Ginkgo biloba leaves (Ginkgo folii extractum siccum). Each coated tablet contains 40 mg of dry extract of Ginkgo biloba, purified and quantified (EGb 761) from Ginkgo biloba L., folium(Ginkgo biloba leaf) (DER 35-67:1), including: 24% ginkgo flavonoid glycosides and 6% ginkgolides and bilobalide.
Extractant: 60% acetone (w/w).
Other ingredients are:
Microcrystalline cellulose
Sodium croscarmellose
Magnesium stearate
Coating:
Polyethylene glycol 6000
Hypromellose
Iron oxide red

What Tanakan looks like and what the package contains

The package contains 30 or 90 coated tablets (15 coated tablets in an Al/PVC blister pack).
To obtain more detailed information, you should contact the marketing authorization holder or the parallel importer.

Marketing authorization holder in the Czech Republic, the country of export:

IPSEN Consumer HealthCare
65 quai Georges Gorse
92100 Boulogne-Billancourt
France

Manufacturer:

Beaufour Ipsen Industrie
Dreux
France

Parallel importer:

Medezin Sp. z o.o.
ul. Zbąszyńska 3
91-342 Łódź

Repackaged by:

Medezin Sp. z o.o.
ul. Zbąszyńska 3
91-342 Łódź
CEFEA Sp. z o.o. Sp. komandytowa
ul. Działkowa 56
02-234 Warsaw
Pharma Innovations Sp. z o.o.
ul. Jagiellońska 76
03-301 Warsaw
Laboratorium Galenowe Olsztyn Sp. z o.o.
ul. Spółdzielcza 25A
11-001 Dywity
Synoptis Industrial Sp. z o.o.
ul. Szosa Bydgoska 58
87-100 Toruń
Marketing authorization number in the Czech Republic, the country of export: 94/877/92-C
Parallel import authorization number: 274/19

Date of approval of the leaflet: 25.07.2024

[Information about the trademark]

  • Tanakan
  • Country of registration
  • Dosage form
    Tablets, 40 mg
  • ATC code
    N06DX02
  • Active substance
  • Prescription required
    No
  • Marketing authorisation holder (MAH)
    Ipsen Consumer HealthCare
  • Alternatives to Tanakan
    Dosage form: Capsules, 19.2-23.2 mg flavone glycosides and 4.8-7.2 mg terpene lactones/capsule
    Active substance: Ginkgo folium
    Manufacturer: Krka, d.d., Novo mesto
    Prescription not required
    Dosage form: Capsules, 120 mg
    Active substance: Ginkgo folium
    Prescription not required
    Dosage form: Capsules, 80 mg
    Active substance: Ginkgo folium
    Prescription not required

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Sergey Ilyasov

PsychiatryNeurology7 years of experience

Dr Sergey Ilyasov is an experienced neurologist and qualified psychiatrist who provides online consultations for adults and adolescents. Combining deep neurological expertise with a modern psychiatric approach, he ensures comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions affecting both physical and mental health.

Dr. Ilyasov helps patients in the following cases:

  • Chronic headaches (migraine, tension-type headache), back pain, neuropathic pain, dizziness, numbness in limbs, coordination disorders.
  • Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder), depression (including atypical and treatment-resistant forms), sleep disturbances (insomnia, hypersomnia, nightmares), stress, burnout.
  • Chronic pain syndromes and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome related to stress, vegetative-vascular dystonia).
  • Behavioral disorders and concentration difficulties in adolescents (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders), nervous tics.
  • Memory impairments, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional swings, and support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thanks to his dual specialization in neurology and psychiatry, Dr Sergey Ilyasov offers integrated and evidence-based care for complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. His consultations focus on accurate diagnosis, development of an individualized treatment plan (including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapeutic methods), and long-term support adapted to each patient's unique needs.

Book an online consultation with Dr. Sergey Ilyasov to receive qualified assistance and improve your well-being today.

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€106
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Taisiia Proida

Psychiatry7 years of experience

Taisiia Proida is a general practitioner with a specialization in mental health and a cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT), a member of the European Psychiatric Association. She offers online consultations for adults aged 18 and over, combining evidence-based medicine with an individualised approach to mental health care. She specialises in consultations and ongoing support for a wide range of mental health concerns, including: 

  • Mood disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression.
  • Anxiety disorders: generalised anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, phobias.
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD.
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Assessment is provided only after an initial psychiatric evaluation and during a follow-up appointment.
  • Personality disorders and emotional instability.
  • Cyclothymia and mood fluctuations.
  • Schizophrenia spectrum and related conditions.

Dr. Proida combines clinical expertise with an empathetic approach, offering structured support based on evidence-based practices. Her work integrates CBT techniques with medical management, with a focus on anxiety and depressive disorders. She works with clients from different countries and cultural backgrounds, adapting her communication style and recommendations to individual needs. With experience in international clinical trials (Pfizer, Merck), she values clarity, trust, and collaborative partnership in patient care.

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Anastasiia Hladkykh

Psychiatry15 years of experience

Dr Anastasiia Hladkykh is a physician-psychotherapist and psychologist with over 14 years of experience working with individuals struggling with various types of addictions and their families. She provides online consultations for adults, combining medical knowledge with deep psychological support and practical tools.

Key areas of expertise:

  • Addiction treatment: alcohol and drug dependence, gambling addiction, compulsive behaviours, codependent relationships.
  • Support for families of addicted individuals, behavioural correction within the family system, guidance for maintaining remission.
  • Mental health: depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, phobias, PTSD, generalised anxiety, emotional trauma, and the psychological impact of loss or emigration.
  • Psychoeducation: explaining complex mental health concepts in simple language, helping patients and their families understand diagnoses and treatment steps.
Therapeutic approach:
  • Client-centred, straightforward, and empathetic – focused on practical outcomes and emotional stabilisation.
  • Prescribes medications when needed, but always aims to minimise unnecessary pharmaceutical use.
  • Certified in multiple evidence-based methods: CBT, NLP (Master Practitioner), Ericksonian hypnosis, symbol drama, art therapy, and systemic therapy.
  • Each consultation results in a clear, structured plan – patients leave knowing exactly what to do next.
Experience and background:
  • Member of the German association Gesundheitpraktikerin and the NGO “Mit dem Sonne in jedem Herzen.”
  • More than 18 publications in international peer-reviewed journals, translated into several languages.
  • Volunteer work with Ukrainian refugees and military personnel at the University Clinic of Regensburg.
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Maria Martelli

AnaesthesiologyPain medicine12 years of experience

Dr Maria Martelli is a medical doctor specialising in anaesthesiology and pain medicine. She provides online consultations for adults, focusing on the assessment and management of acute, chronic, and complex pain conditions, as well as supportive care in serious illness. She graduated from the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice and completed her specialisation in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care. Alongside hospital work, she has extensive experience in home and inpatient hospice care, supporting patients with severe pain and advanced disease. Since 2021, she has been a certified specialist and continues to work in anaesthesiology, intensive care, and pain treatment. Patients consult her for: 

  • Chronic pain lasting more than 3 months (musculoskeletal, neuropathic, mixed pain).
  • Acute pain requiring medical assessment and treatment planning.
  • Post-operative pain and recovery support.
  • Cancer-related pain and symptom relief.
  • Palliative care support and quality-of-life improvement.
  • Adjustment and optimisation of pain medication.
  • Second opinions for complex or treatment-resistant pain.

Dr Martelli takes a structured, evidence-based approach, carefully analysing symptoms, previous treatments, and overall health status. Her consultations focus on realistic pain control goals, safety of therapy, and improving daily functioning. She is especially attentive to patients living with long-term pain or serious illness, providing clear explanations, compassionate guidance, and medically sound recommendations adapted to each individual situation.

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Daria Portnova

Psychiatry31 years of experience

Dr Daria Portnova is a psychiatrist and psychotherapist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She works with adults and adolescents aged 14 and over, providing online psychiatric and psychotherapeutic consultations. In her practice, Dr Portnova supports patients facing the onset of mental health conditions, chronic psychiatric disorders, psychotic symptoms, trauma-related states, and complex emotional crises. Her work is structured and safety-focused, with an emphasis on stabilisation, accurate diagnosis, and long-term improvement in quality of life. Patients consult Dr Daria Portnova for the following concerns: 

  • existential crises and complex life situations;
  • loss, grief, and emotional exhaustion;
  • relationship difficulties, separation, and divorce;
  • psychological and psychiatric trauma, including complex PTSD (cPTSD);
  • anxiety disorders: generalised anxiety disorder and panic disorder;
  • social anxiety and social phobia;
  • obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD);
  • sleep disorders;
  • depressive disorders;
  • bipolar affective disorder;
  • schizoaffective disorder;
  • schizophrenia;
  • personality disorders.

Dr Portnova combines psychiatric assessment with a psychotherapeutic approach. She works with evidence-based methods, including cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and third-wave approaches such as ACT, FACT, and CFT. Consultations are focused on clear clinical understanding, practical recommendations, and ongoing support over time.

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Pedro Alvarez Guerrero

Psychiatry8 years of experience

Dr. Alvarez Guerrero graduated in Medicine from the San Pablo CEU University in Madrid. He subsequently completed his specialization in Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry at Hospital Sant Joan de Deu in Manresa (Barcelona), where over the course of four years he acquired solid training in the bio-psycho-social model, developing his expertise across the different areas of mental health.

During his residency, he undertook training placements at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, where he trained for several months in the psychiatric consultation-liaison unit. He also completed another placement at Hospital de Cruces in Bilbao, in the first-episode psychosis unit.

Throughout his professional career, Dr. Alvarez Guerrero has sought to complement his medical training with psychotherapeutic tools that allow him to address mental health disorders from a comprehensive perspective. For this reason, he specialized in Brief Strategic Psychotherapy through the Spanish Society of Psychosomatic Medicine and Psychotherapy, an approach focused on targeted and effective interventions.

With the aim of deepening his knowledge and promoting the rational use of treatments, he also completed a Master’s Degree in Psychopharmacology at the University of Valencia, which has enabled him to rigorously integrate the most up-to-date scientific evidence into the clinical management of psychopharmacological treatments.

He has also shown a particular interest in the field of legal psychiatry, completing an Official Master’s Degree in Legal, Forensic and Criminological Psychopathology at the Universitat Internacional de Catalunya. This training has allowed him to acquire the necessary competencies for the preparation of psychiatric expert reports in judicial and medico-legal contexts, thereby broadening the scope of his professional activity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for Tanakan?

Tanakan does not require a prescription in Poland. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

What is the active substance in Tanakan?

The active ingredient in Tanakan is Ginkgo folium. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

Who manufactures Tanakan?

Tanakan is manufactured by Ipsen Consumer HealthCare. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Which doctors can assess the use of Tanakan online?

Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether Tanakan is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

How to buy Tanakan in Spain?

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

You can buy Tanakan in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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What are the alternatives to Tanakan?

Other medicines with the same active substance (Ginkgo folium) include Bilobil Forte, Bilobil Intense, Bilomag. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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