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Warnings
• Possible interaction with coumarin-type anticoagulants.
• Patients with gallstones should consult a healthcare professional before using the preparation.

Curcuma (Tumeric root)

Definition
It is the dried rhizome of Curcuma longa L. (Zingiberaceae).
Chemical constituents
volatile oil (6%) composed of a number of monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes, including
zingiberene, curcumene, α- and β- turmerone among others.
Colouring principles (5%) are curcuminoids, 50–60% of which are a mixture of curcumin,
monodesmethoxycurcumin and bisdesmethoxycurcumin.

Medicinal uses
For the treatment of acid, flatulent, or atonic dyspepsia.
Treatment of pain and inflammation due to rheumatoid arthritis.
Contraindications
General

The drug should not be used by people with obstructed biliary ducts; those with gallstones should
take it only under the supervision of a physician.
Pregnancy
The safety during pregnancy has not been established. As a precautionary measure the drug
should not be used during pregnancy except on medical advice.
Nursing mothers

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