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I 'm on oral medications for blood clots . can i eat ginger or turmeric while i'm on medication?
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Be careful: Both tumeric and ginger can increase the efficacy of your medication to treat blood clots resulting in an increased tendency to bleed. I would not expect it to be a problem if you are using these herbs as spices to flavor your food, but would expect a problem if you are taking them as a supplement. Be careful with the amount you ingest and have your lab values followed.
Answered 12/9/2019
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