What happens if you take turmeric with Nexium?

Stomach acid reducers such as Pepcid, Zantac, Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid, and Tagamet as turmeric can actually have the opposite effect when combined with these drugs, increasing stomach acid production versus decreasing it.

What happens if you take turmeric with omeprazole?

Turmeric may increase the production of stomach acid when taken with antacids such as Omeprazole (Prilosec), famotidine (Pepcid), and ranitidine (Zantac).

What medications Cannot be taken with Nexium?

Esomeprazole (Nexium) can interact with many drugs, vitamins and herbal supplements. Common medications that should not be taken at the same time as esomeprazole (Nexium) include clopidogrel (Plavix), St. John’s Wort, rifampin (Rifadin), and methotrexate.

Is turmeric OK for acid reflux?

Turmeric is a spice that contains curcumin. This compound may have several health benefits, including reducing symptoms of acid reflux.

Does turmeric increase stomach acid?

Some people report that turmeric actually makes acid reflux worse. This may be due to its peppery qualities. Taking turmeric for a long period of time or in high doses may increase your risk of indigestion, nausea, and diarrhea.

Can turmeric cause acid reflux?

GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) – Although turmeric may be able to ease some stomach conditions such as indigestion and ulcerative colitis, it may cause stomach upset and nausea in some when taken in high doses. It can also aggravate GERD (chronic acid reflux).

Why you should not take turmeric?

Do not use turmeric if you have gallstones or a bile duct obstruction. Bleeding problems: Taking turmeric might slow blood clotting. This might increase the risk of bruising and bleeding in people with bleeding disorders.

Can I take turmeric if I have acid reflux?

Can you take vitamins with Nexium?

Nexium though is an acid reducer that works for a 24 hour period so taking it with your vitamins shouldn’t be an issue – whereas taking a vitamin with an anti-acid (such as TUMS) could block your ability to absorb the vitamin.

Why can’t you take Nexium for more than 14 days?

The FDA warns that patients should never take Nexium 24HR for more than 14 days at a time. And they should never take more than three 14-day courses in a year. Several studies have linked long-term use of PPIs such as Nexium to chronic kidney disease (CKD) and acute kidney injury (AKI). The damage may be permanent.

Is turmeric hard on your stomach?

Turmeric usually doesn’t cause serious side effects. Some people can experience mild side effects such as stomach upset, nausea, dizziness, or diarrhea. These side effects are more common at higher doses. When applied to the skin: Turmeric is likely safe.