Turmeric

I currently take atorvastatin for my cholesterol. Is it safe to start taking Turmeric for the inflammation of my arthritis? Is atorvastatin a blood thinner? ## No it is not a blood thinner, it is used solely to help lower cholesterol levels, although some recent studies have shown that elevated cholesterol levels are not as dangerous as we think, but many disagree, thus the jury is still out on that, so to speak. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and joint/muscle aches. As to taking it with Turmeric, I haven't been able to find any studies on that, but since it is used in many foods, I'd think the FDA would warn you if there was a problem. However, it is always best to double check with your doctor to be sure. It is also be...

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I started taking turmeric (curcumin) for inflammation and I'm allergic to penicillin. Can I take the turmeric (curcumin)? ## They are not related, but it is always best to be cautious when you start taking anything new, especially over the counter supplements, since they are not usually tested for interactions, or contraindications with most prescription medications, and various health conditions. You should also be aware that Turmeric is not FDA approved to treat any condition, nor have any studies proven it effective. The best I can tell you is that it tastes great, when I cook with it, although it does have a habit of staining some plasticware, such as my steamer baskets. LOL It also makes a great substitute with other spices, if you can't afford Saffron, or just don't wa...

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Have been prescribed Jointace DN 1 tab/day for 60 days. Taken 9 days. Showing good effect. But from day 1 my urine is dark yellow like turmeric (darker than usually due to B complex). Could not contact the prescribing doctor who is in another city. Should I continue or stop the treatment? ## I am taking Jointace Dn for the last 5 days. My urine has become dark yellow for the days.Is it for taking this medicine? Kindly advise

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If I'm allergic to Bactrim, can I take glucosamine sulfate, methylsulfonylemethane, hyaluronan, boswellia serrata, white willow bark, turmeric root extract, cayenne. (All the ingredients found in Instaflex) ## Hello, Zory! How are you? One is a drug and the other is an over the counter supplement, which means the supplement really hasn't been evaluated to see if it may cause problems with certain allergies. Since there are some sulfa based ingredients, there is chance that you could react to it, if it was the Sulfamethoxazole in the Bactrim that you're allergic to, thus it would be best to check with your doctor, before taking it. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have R.A., my loving mother saw the ad for Arthri-d & bought it for me as a gift. I saw no harm in trying it because I have researched a lot of the herbs such as turmeric, frankincense etc. I have been taking it for 5 days & am having intestinal issues (gas, irritable bowel symptoms, headaches.) Are these common side effects from this supplement? ## There is really no way to answer that. Since they are considered supplements and not drugs, it is not required that they study the side effect profiles, so most of them aren't really know. If you have only experienced these since taking it, then I would suggest stopping it for a few days, to see if they go away. If they clear up, then you will have your answer. The actual ingredients, from what we have found on the internet are...

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natural joint medicene ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. Is there anything else I can help you with?

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arhritis cartilage builder ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. Is there anything else I can help you with? ## I had just turned my television on and it was a paid program about Arthi D. I watched for a few minutes while they explained how it helped joint and muscle pain and then they said that if you suffer from arthritis or anything like that and then they mentioned Fibromyalgia I was shocked. I have been disabled From Fibromyalgia for over 11 yrs. I cant work dance clean my house, just to let...

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What does Arthri-D vitamin contain and where is it available? ## Hello, Sheila! How are you? It is available over the counter from various online retailers. It is listed as containing vitamin D3, n-acetyl-glucosamine, Turmeric, Boswella, Ashwagandha and Yucca. They claim that is helps alleviate arthritis pain, but that has never actually been proven. The company webpage lists the price as $79.99 a bottle. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I've had a gastric bypass 10 years ago and still have not taken an NSAID orally. Presently, I'm having trouble with arthritic knees and have tried ice treatments, elevation, tylenol, turmeric, prescription creams and need something stronger. Can I take a NSAID under my tongue? ## I can't take anti-inflammatories due to stomach issues and was wondering if there are sublingual forms of anti-inflammatories anyone has taken? I had a knee replacement 11 months ago. ## There is a nasal spray of Ketorolac that is available, but it would require a prescription from your doctor. Alternatively, there are sublingual and liquid forms of Ibuprofen available in children's doses. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach irritation. Technically, you coul...

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joint support reduce inflammation relieve joint pain increase mobility ## Instaflex Joint Support is a supplement, so it is not actually proven to help with anything. It contains: Glucosamine, MSM, White Willow Bark, Ginger Root, Turmeric Root, Cayenne and HA. These are the same ingredients used in many supplements that claim to help with joint and other health problems and can be obtained at much cheaper prices. This company charges $69.99 a bottle. Are there any questions or comments? ## i would like to try instaflex, but I am scared that it would give me stomache problems. I am so sensitive to medicine andcertain foods. I have arthritis and fibramiolga, herniated and bulging disk spinal stenosis, all I have been taken tylenol, sometimes motrin and advill, I had prescription for corti...

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I WOULD INFORMATION ON ARTHER-D FOR JOINTS ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. The ingredients are listed as: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. Therefore, it will only help if your joint problems are caused by a deficiency in one of the ingredients it contains. Our site users have reported that it costs around $50 a bottle and it is an automatic re-ship program, which means that if you no longer want to receive it and be charged, you have to remember to call them and cancel. Are there any other comments or questions?

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a supplemnt viatamin to rebuild cartalege adn reduce joint pain ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. Has anyone tried this product?

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I too am feeling slight lower stomach pain after 1 week of taking ocid dsr. Gastroenterologist did not seem too concerned abt this. He asking me to take this twice a day for at least a month for my gerd in addition to the following home remedies: Drinking turmeric powder with pepper in some hot water after dinner. Also asked me to take a pinch of large fenugreek seeds to help in digestion and to take my dinner earlier. I find that reducing caffeine and chocolates help too. I plan to take ocid for 1 week only though as I'm wary to taking too many meds. I hope I heal soon. Good luck to u too

What is the cost of the natural supplement that helps arthritis called arthri-d? ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. As to pricing, they do not have that information available on their website, they say you must call for pricing and ordering information. Does anyone else know more? ## I need their number for cancelation. Does anyone know their number or how I can call them...? ## To Walid, the telephone number for Arthri-D is: 800-236-6482. I assume it didn't work? Jim ## We called yesterda...

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Been taking meloxicam for year and a half sometimes I take a 7.5 a day sometimes I take 1.5 a day I also take G a RD only problem I have had is a little blood pressure problems I am worried about long-term use thinking about trying something more natural like turmeric I am 59 years old I don't want to get stomach ulcers bleeding of stomach I have to take it every day to work do you natural remedies like this really work or do I need to try them on my own to find out I went to a chiropractor and he had me try glucosamine and chondroitin and msm it helped me some but I still have to take meloxicam in smaller doses that's when chiropractor recommended turmeric supplement trying to get off meloxicam altogether is there anybody I can talk to for information when I first started takin...

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I saw this product on a Direct TV infomercial. Am interested in purchasing for my osteoarthritis. Can you help? ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. From what people have posted regarding pricing, it seems it costs about $50 a bottle, plus shipping. You can only but it through the company phone number that is in the ads. Has anyone tried this, yet? ## Like you, I also haven't tried it, but am interested in knowing what the interaction is if you are on medication such as high blood pressure p...

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What is Zyflamend used for? It's a natural medicine. ## Zyflamend is an herbal supplement, so it is important to be aware that it is actually not proven to treat, or cure anything. If you have a medical condition that requires support, and treatment, you should always follow your doctor's instructions. It is listed as containing holy basil, turmeric, rosemary, hu zhang, Chinese goldthread, barberry, skullcap, and oregano. Some preliminary studies have shown that it helps with prostate cancer, and inflammation, but more studies are needed to see if it is really effective. Ref: Zyflamend Information It should not be taken if you are already on chemotherapy, or on other prescription medications. ## I'm looking for a natural substance to lower psa levels.

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Have been taking lisinopril, 1st was 10mg, then increased to 20Mg, and last year decreased to 10mg. Mid last year diagnosed with Lymphoma stage 3, and began chemo rchop, through out treatment I felt weak, and 3 months after treatment still weak, dr said ok, but it got worse, could hardly stand up. About 4-5 months ago, I took some turmeric, ginger tea (seen in Dr Oz) and 2 days later developed heaviness in left leg and the numbness I had got worse. Then recently, increased Vitamin D3 from 1000 to 2000 per Dr advice and are getting dizzy constantly. I checked internet, so I stopped both immediately about 2 weeks ago. I want to go back with vitamin D3 1,000 but I still have dizziness and the leg heaviness which had gotten better a few weeks ago, is back on again. Should I discontinue for ...

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I saw a tv ad and am interested to know if this is available in Canada? I suffer from rheumatoid arthritis in my knees and need some help other than drugs. ## Arthri-D is a supplement, so while they make a lot of claims, it is not actually proven to help with anything. From what I can find, it contains: Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Magnesium, Chondroitin, NAG, Turmeric, Rice Flour, Boswella Serrata, Ashwagandha, Yucca, Bromelain, Evening Primrose Oil, Green Lipped Muscle and Hyaluronic Acid. As to availability, I do not have any information on that, they do not even sell it online, you have to call them for ordering information. Does anyone else know anything about this? ## This is their web address. You cannot order online yet. www.arthrid.com ## Please provide Arthri-D product information as...

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I do take oxycodone 5 mg every 12 hours and I take naproxen 440 mg every 8 hours. I have swelling of my feet ankles and lower legs, mostly on the left. The anti-inflamatory properties of the naproxen doesn't seem to help the swelling to reduce at all. What could be inhibiting this? I am also type 2 diabetic and take 1000 mg twice a day. I also mix turmeric and ginger into my herbal tea, at least once per day. I use about 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon of those spices and 1 tbsp raw honey. ## Lisa, Has your doctor ever prescribed or recommended a diuretic like lasix ? I find no contraindications listed for the Concurrent use of NSAIDs /anti inflammatory like Aleve causing edema.As a diabetic on powerful Narcotic meds it's vital you discuss these issues with your treating doctor. I wish you t...

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