Curcuma Longa
Introduction To Curcuma Longa
Curcuma Longa is commonly known as turmeric, which is an ancient spice, used mainly in cooking. Curcuma Longa is used to treat pain and inflammations. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer and anti-bacterial properties.
It is used to manage liver disorders, arthritis, muscle disorders, cough and to purify blood. It might cause gastrointestinal disturbances, nausea and skin rash in some cases.
Uses of Curcuma Longa
- Pain relief
Side effects of Curcuma Longa
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Biolyf
- Nausea
- Gastric irritation
- Upset stomach
How to use Curcuma Longa
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Curcuma Longa may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Curcuma Longa works
Being a drug of herbal origin it exerts its effects in one or more different ways.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Curcuma Longa if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Curcuma Longa during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Curcuma Longa if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Curcuma Longa during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Curcuma Longa safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Curcuma Longa. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Curcuma Longa?
It is not known whether Curcuma Longa alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Curcuma Longa if I have/had kidney diseases?
Curcuma Longa is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Curcuma Longa may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Curcuma Longa if I have/had liver diseases?
Curcuma Longa is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Curcuma Longa may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
References
Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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