Table 1 Inclusion and exclusion criteria for the study
Inclusion criteria | Exclusion criteria |
|---|---|
Male or female, aged 18 and older Physician diagnosed moderate to severe asthma: (GINA 2018) Stable asthma that requires ICS/LABA and/or an additional controller agent (i.e. LTRA, LAMA) Ability to take oral medication and be willing to adhere to the regimen Ability to speak and read English If female and sexually active, should use effective forms of birth control | Current use of turmeric (curcumin) or use within the last 7 days Current use of biologic therapy/immunotherapy/ or bronchothermoplasty Pregnancy or lactation Known allergic reactions to components of turmeric (curcumin) Current use of anticoagulants, and history of coagulopathy or liver disease INR greater than 2.0, PTT greater than 45.0 s |