Curcumin is an antioxidant that exerts multiple benefits throughout the body, including suppressing pro-inflammatory chemicals. Curcumin is usually poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. However, patented NovaSOL® solubilising nanotechnology gives SOLAL® curcumin unique properties resulting in better absorption and 185 times improved bioavailability. Curcumin assists with protection against inflammatory ageing.

Curcumin seems to have anti-inflammatory activity, possibly by inhibiting cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), prostaglandins, leukotrienes, and other cytokines involved in pro-inflammatory signalling pathways.

Product Composition

Active ingredients: Curcumin-NovaSOL® (500mg)

Inactive ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose) shell.

Sugar-free. Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Dosage Directions

Take 1 capsule daily after food.

Warnings

Do not use this product if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to any of the ingredients. If you are on any medication or suffering from any medical condition, it is advisable to seek medical advice before starting any new medicine, supplement or remedy. Do not exceed recommended dosages unless on the advice of a healthcare practitioner. This medicine has not been evaluated by the Medicines Control Council. This medicine is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Special precautions should be taken in the following circumstances:
Bile Duct Obstruction or Gallstones: Curcumin can cause gallbladder contractions. Use with caution in patients with gallstones and gallbladder disease.
Surgery: Curcumin has antiplatelet effects and should be discontinued at least 2 weeks before any elective surgery.

Side Effects

Side effects may include gastrointestinal upset such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and dyspepsia.

Interactions

Warfarin and anticoagulants: concurrent use of curcumin with anticoagulants may increase the risk of bleeding due to decreased platelet aggregation, only use under medical supervision. Some of these drugs include aspirin, clopidogrel, dalteparin, enoxaparin, heparin, ticlopidine, warfarin and others.
Antidiabetic medications: concurrent use of curcumin with antidiabetic medications can reduce blood sugar levels.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Safety during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding has not been established.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children.