How should I take turmeric?
If you are since using an herbal supplement, check with your doctor. You can also consult with a specialist trained in the use of herbs / medicinal supplements.
If you choose to use turmeric, follow the directions on the label or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or other health maintenance provider. Do not use more than the label advises.
Turmeric is considered potentially safe when taken as a mouthwash or enema for a short period of time.
Do not use different forms of turmeric (tablets, liquids, etc.) at the same time, otherwise you may overdose.
If you need surgery, dental or medical procedures, stop taking turmeric for at least 2 weeks.
Call your doctor if the complaint you are treating with turmeric does not improve or gets worse while using this product.
What should i
avoid while taking turmeric?
Turmeric can make it difficult for the body to absorb iron. Tell your doctor if you are taking iron supplements.
Avoid using turmeric in combination with other herbal / health supplements that can also interfere with blood clotting. These include angelica (dong), bell peppers, cloves, dandelions, danshen, evening primrose, garlic, ginger, ginkgo, horse chestnut, common ginseng, poplar, red clover, saw palmetto, and willow.
Avoid using turmeric in combination with other herbal / health supplements that can also lower blood sugar, such as alpha lipoic acid, chromium, damiana, devil's claw, fenugreek, garlic, guar gum, stallion joke, Panax ginseng, psyllium. Siberian ginseng and others.
What are the conceivable
side effects of turmeric?
Seek emergency medical attention if you have symptoms of an allergic reaction: hives; labored breathing; swelling of the face, lips, patois, or gullet.
Although not all side things are known, turmeric is considered safe for most people when used as directed for 8 months.
Long-term use of turmeric can cause serious side effects. Stop using this product and call your doctor at once if you have:
unusual bruising or bleeding;
any bleeding that does not stop; or
high blood sugar: increased thirst, increased urination,
dry mouth, fruity breath, headache, blurred vision.
Common side effects may include:
nausea, stomach upset;
Diarrhea; or
dizziness.
This list is not only about side effects, but also about
other possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice nearby side
effects. You can report side properties by calling the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.