My symptoms weren’t very severe before, so I could keep the pain under control with different products. As you already have RA, it’s quite clear that your pain will come back after quitting the pills. But these 9 secondary reactions listed in my article are by far the most common. Please answer these questions so that I can understand your problem better. I don’t advise anyone to take turmeric for years unless they really have to. And in most people, these symptoms go away after several weeks. Piperine inhibits a process in the liver known as glucuronidation. Many conditions lead to joint pain from aging to an untreated sports injury. Please consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health-related diagnosis or treatment options. **This is a subjective assessment based on the strength of the available informations and our estimation of efficacy. But Sandra, if you had such good results with it, I wouldn’t switch to something else. Just doing some checking on averse effects with Cumin and Turmeric as I never really felt it worked for me any maybe making my inflammation worse. This is a company based and registered in the United States. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients used, it is highly recommended that you avoid taking this supplement. You see this side effect on almost every drug’s label. Generally, turmeric has not been proven to cause significant side effects with normal dose except of course when overdosed, it could cause minor or serious health complications depending on the rate of the overdose. So I got Turmeric Curcumin I take 1 Tablet with Breakfast and 1 Tablet with dinner. Hi Heather I have Gord and a Chronic cough my specialist told me to take Curcumin for a joint damage and have to have a knee replacement.He also said to take Fish Oil and Glucosomine and Vitamin D. My cough has got worse to the extent it is causing my life to be miserable. Cure My Joint Pain © 2021. But 1500 mg isn’t a very high dosage. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02815475, https://examine.com/supplements/black-pepper/. We follow a strict editorial policy, especially related to the sources we use. All Rights Reserved. Hi there, it usually takes at least a month for a real improvement to appear. my cyropracter just recomemded turmeric forte for joint and muscle pain but the side effects scare me,should i be worried and stop taking them today,im 78 and should realize that pain is a fact of life at my age. A review must be well-formatted to make reading easier by using multiple paragraphs and avoiding caps. † These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The only thing I have found is that to much will cause some of the side effects that have been posted. What you’re taking is actually too little, in my opinion. Is this the first brand you’re trying or you also used another one? However, you can give it a shot. Please get back to me with more details so that I can give you a more detailed answer. The manufacturer recommends taking one capsule daily. Hi Sandra, I’m quite surprised to hear your joint pain got better from such a low dose of turmeric. *Result may vary. Now – the 500 mg of turmeric you’re taking now is a pretty low dosage. I just checked the product you mentioned and it’s not one I would normally recommend. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and should not be relied upon as a medical advice. I didn’t get an appointment to my rheumatologist yet. You should take a pretty high dose for a few months to see the side effects. Or they’re rather a blessing in disguise? And if you do, resting is the best treatment. It is a joint pain supplement with some natural ingredients. So could you give me more details about your condition and whether you have a diagnosis or not? Thank you and sorry if it’s a silly question. I’ve just begun to take turmeric curcumin with ginger and have been experiencing heavy fatigue, Can this be because of the supplements? Would the ginger make a difference? The actual cause is cartilage tear and it’s actually glucosamine + chondroitin that works best in this case (they can rebuild damaged cartilages while curcumin can’t do that, it only reduces consequent inflammation). According to the manufacturer, Schwartz Turmeric Curcumin can be used to promote joint health, brain health, promote lubrication in the joints and most importantly, flush out dangerous toxins from the body. Above all, let your review be fair and honest. Hi am new at the turmeric product. That’s what I would do. We have reviewed equally effective products that are fortified with the essential minerals and vitamins. How can they hurt you, and it what doses? Curcumin is great for joint pain, so I’m sure it would solve your problems. Even so, there are very small chances that you ever get tendinitis again. What can I do to prevent explosive diarrhea when I take Turmeric? I’m a 62 1/2 year young mail in good health. The only thing it is conspicuously lacking is mineral and vitamin fortification. Studies show that taking turmeric with BioPerine can increase your nutrient intake by up to 2000%! high blood sugar--increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor, headache, blurred vision. It’s really odd to me. Not to mention that it also doesn’t have any BioPerine (which is essential for absorption, because turmeric isn’t absorbed too well by the human body naturally). Actually, I recommend between 1000-1500 mg per day, so you’re in the good limits. Curcumin (and some other antibiotics) can kill these bacteria, allowing the concentration of digoxin to increase in the blood. As I said before, In fact, nausea is one of the most common side effects of drugs in general – and turmeric supplements, So they can increase the risks of bleeding, The other possible scenario is not so common – but it can happen, The calcium oxalates can add up in your gallbladder instead. Hope this helps. All editorial content is written without prejudice or bias, regardless of sponsor or affiliate associations. You most likely know it best for its wide use in Indian cuisine. Turmeric and curcumin supplements don’t affect the stomach – but, So they tend to accumulate in our kidneys, That’s how they form the so-called “stones”. Could you tell me the name of that supplement? I really hope this helps you. So yes, I say you should stick to turmeric for a couple of weeks more. Among turmeric supplements with a superior formula that doesn’t contain bioperine, I would recommend Smarter Curcumin or Curamed’s Curcumin. We invite you to contact us regarding any inaccuracies, information that is out of date, or any otherwise dubious content that you find on our sites via our feedback form. I’m not sure what you mean by “little breaks”, but in your case, you should have made a 1 month break ever 2 months. Still, if something of this kind happens, just let me know and I will try to help. There is another complication with curcumin – it acts as a broad spectrum antibiotic (this may be why some people exhibit gastrointestinal discomfort). That should help you clarify the issue. I have an issue with reflux disease. Well – if you’re already dealing with a side effect, maybe the brand isn’t well chosen. Is it cartilage damage? Check out its ingredient list and see if it only contains turmeric powder (like Spring Valley’s product), if there’s also bioperine (like Turmeric Plus) or if it’s a product with a superior absorption (like Smarter Nutrition’s product). Even turmeric supplements aren’t recommended. I’ve been taking turmeric pills for a very long while, to treat the inflammation caused by a leg tendinitis. © 2021. So how can they produce digestive problems as a side effect? Jointhealthmagazine.com and its Editors do not ensure that unforeseen side effects will not occur even at the proper dosages, and thereby does not assume liability for any side effects from supplements or practices hosted under the domain of Jointhealthmagazine.com. My advice is to reduce the dosage of turmeric from 2 pills to 1 per day. If you are pregnant, nursing, have a serious medical condition, or have a history of heart conditions we suggest consulting with a physician before using any supplement. It is also why it can be quite dangerous for people taking digoxin. But insomnia is far from a common side effect of turmeric, so I wouldn’t worry to much about it. That part with Boswellia increasing its the delivery of turmeric is pretty weird to me.