Ingredient

Curcuma Root

Turmeric is a natural ingredient that helps with digestive function and promotes gastrointestinal health.

All medicines
2
Combination
2
OTC medication
2

MFDS ingredient code M040481

What does it do?

Turmeric is the root of a plant belonging to the ginger family and has traditionally been used to improve digestive disorders. In pharmaceuticals, it is utilized for promoting digestion and protecting the gastric mucosa.

Turmeric alleviates inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract and promotes the secretion of digestive fluids to facilitate the digestive process. It also helps maintain digestive health by protecting the gastric mucosa.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Turmeric is similar to curcuma but is more specialized for digestive improvement. Unlike other digestive components, it is a natural plant extract that tends to have less gastric irritation.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

Combined ingredients

Ingredients used together with this ingredient in combination products.

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.