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Is it safe for my father to take glucosamine 500 mg and curcumin 400 mg supplements twice a day for his arthritis knee pain if he is already taking aspirin 75 mg, clopidogrel, and atorva once a day?

Asked by Male, 65 · 10 hours ago

Combining glucosamine and curcumin with his current medications is not recommended. Your father is taking aspirin and clopidogrel, which are strong blood thinners used alongside atorvastatin to protect his cardiovascular health. Curcumin has natural blood-thinning properties, and glucosamine can also occasionally enhance this effect. Taking them together significantly increases his risk of bruising and serious bleeding. For his knee arthritis, please consult his doctor to find a pain-relief option that is safe to use alongside his vital daily medications.
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Is it safe for my father to take glucosamine 500 mg and curcumin 400 mg supplements twice a day for his arthritis knee pain if he is already taking aspirin 75 mg, clopidogrel, and atorva once a day?

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