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Can You Take Metformin and Turmeric Together?

No documented interaction was identified between metformin and turmeric in the sources reviewed.

No documented interaction identifiedEvidence: Moderate

See the full Metformin page and Turmeric page for other reviewed interactions and reference information.

What the interaction means

Metformin's FDA label names ~19 drugs/classes affecting glycemic control or lactic-acidosis risk -- turmeric is not among them. NCCIH's turmeric page names no specific drug interactions at all, only a general caution to consult a healthcare provider.

No documented interaction between Metformin and Turmeric was identified in the authoritative sources reviewed. This is not a guarantee that no interaction exists for every dose, formulation, or individual -- it means the sources checked did not document one.

Practical context

Metformin's FDA label and NCCIH's turmeric page were checked directly, full text, in both directions. Turmeric's own page names nothing specific to check against.

What the sources say

Metformin Hydrochloride Tablets, USP — FDA Prescribing Information — Granules Pharmaceuticals Inc. (via DailyMed, U.S. National Library of Medicine)Turmeric — National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NIH)

Last reviewed 2026-08-25

Medical information disclaimer: this information is general and educational. It does not diagnose conditions, prescribe treatment, or determine whether a combination is safe for you personally. Follow your prescription label and ask a pharmacist or clinician before starting, stopping, or combining products. Full disclaimer.

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