Although side effects are very rare, and drug interactions are not likely, it is best to stop using turmeric immediately if you feel any discomfort. Turmeric may cause gastric problems and interact with blood-clotting medicines. You should avoid it if gallbladder disease.
Patients with ulcerative colitis were found to be more likely to remain in remission if they took curcumin daily (2g) instead of taking the prescription medication alone.
Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease may develop due to continuing inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract. Curcumin has shown significant potential in treating IBD by inhibiting the upregulation of pro-inflammatory markers linked to chronic and relapsing GI tract problems.
For chronic conditions where inflammation starts to affect tissues in your body, taking turmeric may be beneficial.
Turmeric might increase how much docetaxel the body absorbs. Taking turmeric while taking docetaxel might increase the effects and side effects of docetaxel.
Anti-inflammatory as well as antioxidant properties are some of the most promising benefits of curcumin for migraines and headaches. Although it is still not clear how turmeric affects inflammation and pain, it is known that turmeric can directly reduce oxidative stress.
Turmeric is best taken orally. However a large amount of turmeric is excreted through feces, due to its quick metabolism and low solubility. There is no standard dose of turmeric. However, dietitians will encourage you to incorporate it into your home cooking in order to reap the many health benefits. It works well with chicken, fish, and is often added as a condiment to lentil and rice dishes.
The potential of curcumin supplements as anticoagulants (blood thinners) has been demonstrated under certain conditions. Turmeric extract has been shown to impact multiple stages of the coagulation process. This includes hemostasis (stopping bleeding) and thrombosis. More human trials are needed to verify efficacy.
The body might absorb more norfloxacin if it uses turmeric. Consuming turmeric with norfloxacin may increase side effects and effects.
For chronic conditions where inflammation starts to affect tissues in your body, taking turmeric may be beneficial.
Turmeric has antioxidant qualities and one study suggests that it may help protect your body from harmful free radicals.
Large amounts of turmeric might interfere with the effects of estrogen. Taking turmeric along with estrogen might decrease the effects of estrogens.Some estrogen pills include conjugated equine estrogens (Premarin), ethinyl estradiol, estradiol, and others.
Turmeric is a spice made from the root of curcuma longa, a perennial member of the ginger family. Its major active ingredient is curcumin.
Turmeric may decrease the amount of talinolol that your body absorbs. Turmeric may decrease the effectiveness of talinolol if taken with talinolol.