Superior Bioavailability of a Novel Curcumin Formulation in Healthy Humans Under Fasting Conditions

Kothaplly S, Alukapally S, Nagula N, Maddela R · Advances in Therapy

Reported Cmax about 100-fold and AUC0-6 about 144-149-fold higher than the turmeric extract comparator, with 40% faster absorption.

Population

Healthy volunteers, randomized double-blind three-treatment crossover, India (CTRI/2020/10/028508)

Intervention

Curcuwin Ultra+ 250 mg or 500 mg

Comparator

95% turmeric extract 1900 mg

Limitations

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