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CuraMed Acute Pain Relief Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Terry Naturally

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Other Combinations
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

CuraMed Acute Pain Relief is a dietary supplement by Terry Naturally with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for osteoarthritis joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammation.Based on those ingredients, 952 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Boswellia (Boswellia serrata) gum resin extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 0 of its 3 active ingredients.
  • “Proprietary Complex” is a proprietary blend — the label gives one combined amount (1,000 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

CuraMed Acute Pain Relief contains 3 active ingredients. Boswellia serrata gum resin extract is a plant resin traditionally used to support inflammatory responses.

Black Sesame Seed Oil and BCM-95 Curcugreen (a curcumin extract) round out the blend. The product also includes inactive ingredients — gelatin, glycerin, sunflower oil, purified water, sunflower lecithin, beeswax, and annatto color — that serve as the capsule and carrier.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: pain relief and occasional muscle inflammation.
  • We looked for evidence on: Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Knee pain, Osteoarthritis, Postoperative pain, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), muscle strain — and 2 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Boswellia Serrata is rated "Possibly Effective" for Osteoarthritis (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Boswellia Serrata is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Exercise-induced muscle soreness, Postoperative pain, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Knee pain.

Boswellia serrata is possibly effective for osteoarthritis, based on the evidence we have. For hay fever, asthma, Alzheimer disease, and cluster headache, the evidence isn't established in our data — there isn't enough reliable information to rate how well it works for those uses.

We have no effectiveness ratings for Black Sesame Seed Oil or BCM-95 Curcugreen in our data.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Boswellia Serrata

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Boswellia serrata is generally well tolerated in the short term when taken by mouth, though side effects can occur. The most common ones are abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, heartburn, itching, and nausea.

Dizziness and vertigo have also been reported. Rarely, very large amounts can form a bezoar (a solid mass in your stomach).

Quality and dosing vary widely between products, so stick with what the label says. The safety data advises against Boswellia during pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know whether it's safe in either case.

We have no safety data on file for Black Sesame Seed Oil or BCM-95 Curcugreen.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Boswellia Serrata

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Boswellia Serrata.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: immunosuppressants / transplant drugs.
  • For scale: 953 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this product, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take any medications processed by your liver's cytochrome P450 enzymes — that includes many antidepressants, heart rhythm drugs, blood pressure drugs, and pain relievers (Moderate severity). Also flag immunosuppressants, including any drugs that calm down your immune system (Moderate severity).

No interactions are documented for the other ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

CuraMed Acute Pain Relief may be worth considering if you're looking for an herbal option for osteoarthritis and you don't take medications metabolized by your liver's P450 enzymes or immunosuppressants. If you take any prescription drugs, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — the interaction risk here is significant.

Run your medications through the checker on this page so you and your provider can make the right call for you.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2023.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about CuraMed Acute Pain Relief, straight from the product label.

Brand Terry Naturally
Barcode (UPC) 367703347062
Net contents 60 Liquid Gel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2023
DSLD ID 300074
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
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Supplement Facts

The label details for CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Liquid Gel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Liquid Gel(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
367703347062
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories10 Calorie(s)--
Black Sesame Seed Oil0 NP--
Boswellia (Boswellia serrata) gum resin extract0 NP--
Proprietary Complex1000 mg--
BCM-95 Curcugreen0 NP--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, Water, Purified, Sunflower Lecithin, Beeswax, Annatto Color

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Label statements
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General Statements

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Formulation

CuraMed Acute Pain Relief features a patent pending delivery system joining modern day science and time tested botanical wisdom by emulsifying powerful ingredients with black sesame seed oil.

Clinically studied curcumin and boswellia for effective pain relief Small in Size...Big on results

Non-GMO

Fast Dissolving Small, Easy-to-swallow Liquid Gels For your Good Health

No sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, dairy products, artificial coloring, artificial flavoring, or artificial preservatives.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendations: Take 2 liquid gels once daily. If needed, may take 2 liquid gels twice daily.

Precautions

If pregnant or nursing, consult a healthcare practitioner before use.

Ruptures in less than 15 minutes meeting the United States Pharmacopeia test specifications Occasional muscle pain or inflammation due to exercise or overuse

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formula

Clinically Studied BCM-95 Curcumin

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size2 Liquid Gel(s) Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Proprietary Complex

1000 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Sunflower Oil, Water, Purified, Sunflower Lecithin, Beeswax, Annatto Color. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally Drug Interactions

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952Drugs
952 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in CuraMed Acute Pain Relief with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Boswellia (Boswellia serrata) gum resin extract6 drug types · 952 drugs

Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, Boswellia serrata might increase the levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Boswellia serrata gum resin inhibits CYP1A2 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C19 (Cyp2C19) Substrates

Theoretically, Boswellia serrata might increase the levels of CYP2C19 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Boswellia serrata gum resin inhibits CYP2C19 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2C9 (Cyp2C9) Substrates

Theoretically, Boswellia serrata might increase the levels of CYP2C9 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Boswellia serrata gum resin inhibits CYP2C9 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates

Theoretically, Boswellia serrata might increase the levels of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Boswellia serrata gum resin inhibits CYP2D6 enzymes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates

Theoretically, Boswellia serrata might increase or decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research shows that Boswellia serrata gum resin inhibits CYP3A4 enzymes. Other in vitro research shows that Boswellia serrata extract inhibits CYP3A4 enzymes at most concentrations, although it may modestly induce enzyme activity at low concentrations.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Theoretically, Boswellia serrata might alter the effects of immunosuppressive drugs.
Some in vitro research suggests that Boswellia serrata extracts might inhibit mediators of autoimmune disorders such as leukotrienes and reduce production of antibodies and cell-mediated immunity. However, other in vitro research suggests that, when coupled with calcium ions, boswellic acids containing the keto group have immunostimulant properties within specific cell signaling pathways.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for CuraMed Acute Pain Relief, from the product label.

Terry Naturally

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Name
EuroPharma, Inc.
City
Green Bay
State
WI
ZipCode
54311
Phone Number
(866) 807-2731
Web Address
EuroPharmaUSA.com
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CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally: Common Questions

Does CuraMed Acute Pain Relief by Terry Naturally interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, CuraMed Acute Pain Relief has a known interaction with 952 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
CuraMed Acute Pain Relief contains 3 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Does Boswellia actually work for arthritis pain?
Boswellia serrata is possibly effective for osteoarthritis based on available evidence. It's not a substitute for your doctor's advice on pain management, but some people do find it helpful. Talk to your doctor about whether it makes sense for you.
What are the side effects I might experience?
Most people tolerate it well, but some report stomach upset — abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn — or headache. Dizziness has also been reported, though less often. If you notice any of these, stop and let your pharmacist know.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against Boswellia during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough information to know whether it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before you take it in either situation.
Why does this interact with so many medications?
Boswellia may slow how your liver breaks down many drugs by inhibiting enzymes called P450 substrates. That means some medications can build up to higher levels in your blood. It's not that the product itself is dangerous, but the combination needs your doctor's green light.
Is the Proprietary Complex just filler?
The Proprietary Complex is a blend containing active ingredients — not a filler. The exact amounts aren't disclosed because it's proprietary, which makes it harder to predict effects compared to a full label breakdown.
How long can I safely take this?
The data supports short-term use. We don't have good long-term safety information, so don't use it indefinitely without checking in with your doctor or pharmacist.

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The 16 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Boswellia Serrata 16 references
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  2. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
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  4. Liu JJ, Nilsson A, Oredsson S, et al. Boswellic acids trigger apoptosis via a pathway dependent on caspase-8 activation but independent on Fas/Fas ligand interaction in colon cancer HT-29 cells. Carcinogenesis 2002;23:2087-93. PubMed
  5. Wildfeuer A, Neu IS, Safayhi H, et al. Effects of boswellic acids extracted from a herbal medicine on the biosynthesis of leukotrienes and the course of experimental autoimmune encephalomyelitis. Arzneimittelforschung 1998;48:668-74.
  6. Gupta I, Parihar A, Malhotra P, et al. Effects of gum resin of Boswellia serrata in patients with chronic colitis. Planta Med 2001;67:391-5. PubMed
  7. Sengupta K, Alluri KV, Satish AR, et al. A double blind, randomized, placebo controlled study of the efficacy and safety of 5-Loxin. Arthritis Res Ther 2008;10:R85.
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  11. Frank A, Unger M. Analysis of frankincense from various Boswellia species with inhibitory activity on human drug metabolising cytochrome P450 enzymes using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry after automated on-line extraction. J Chromatogr A 2006;111 PubMed
  12. Altmann A, Poeckel D, Fischer L, et al. Coupling of boswellic acid-incuded Ca2+ mobilisation and MAPK activation to lipid metabolism and peroxide formation in human leucocytes. Br J Pharmacol 2004;141:223-32.
  13. El Fortia, M., Badi, H., Elalem, Kh, Kadiki, O., and Topov, Y. Olibanum bezoar: complication of a traditional popular medicine. East Mediterr.Health J 2006;12(6):927-929.
  14. Meshkat S, Mahmoodi Baram S, Rajaei S, et al. Boswellia serrata extract shows cognitive benefits in a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled pilot clinical trial in individuals who suffered traumatic brain injury. Brain Inj 2022;36(4):553-559. PubMed
  15. Haron MH, Dale O, Martin K, et al. Evaluation of the Herb-Drug Interaction Potential of Commonly Used Botanicals on the US Market with Regard to PXR- and AhR-Mediated Influences on CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. J Diet Suppl 2022. PubMed
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