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Can I Consume Turmeric While On BP Medication?

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Posted on Fri, 11 Mar 2022
Question: Hey Doc. I have been looking at turmeric but am taking blood pressure meds and have 5 bypass surgery. what will it affect if i take it
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Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
I would recommend as follows:

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I would explain that low quantities of turmeric are quite safe to take with blood pressure drugs.

I would recommend avoiding big quantities because it can cause drop in blood pressure values.

Are you taking anticoagulation therapy like warfarin? In such case I would recommend avoiding turmeric, because it can increase their effects and thus increase the risk for bleeding.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Regards,
Dr. Iliri
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Can I Consume Turmeric While On BP Medication?

Brief Answer: I would recommend as follows: Detailed Answer: Hello, I would explain that low quantities of turmeric are quite safe to take with blood pressure drugs. I would recommend avoiding big quantities because it can cause drop in blood pressure values. Are you taking anticoagulation therapy like warfarin? In such case I would recommend avoiding turmeric, because it can increase their effects and thus increase the risk for bleeding. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Regards, Dr. Iliri