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I checked out interactions at Drug Digest, and this came up...says the interaction is minor in severity, but thought you might like to know the info.

http://www.drugdigest.org/DD/Interaction/ChooseDrugs/1,4109,,00.html

GLUCOSAMINE may interact with TURMERIC

Both glucosamine and turmeric contain chemicals that may reduce the blood’s ability to form clots. When taken together, they can increase the risk of dangerous bleeding. Individuals who take both may need more frequent blood tests to make sure that blood is clotting properly. In addition, both glucosamine and turmeric contain substances that may lower blood sugar levels. If they are used together, blood sugar levels may become too low and symptoms such as shakiness, sweating, confusion, and distorted speech, may result. In general, glucosamine and turmeric should not be taken at the same time. If they are used together and bleeding is uncontrolled or blood sugar levels become too low, either glucosamine or turmeric or both may need to be stopped. You may want to ask your healthcare provider about this potential interaction if you think you are having problems.

This interaction is well-documented and is considered minor in severity.

Last Updated: September 2005

GLUCOSAMINE may interact with CHONDROITIN

Both glucosamine and chondroitin contain chemicals that may reduce the blood’s ability to form clots. When taken together, they can increase the risk of dangerous bleeding. In general, glucosamine and chondroitin should not be taken together. Individuals who take both may need more frequent blood tests to make sure that blood is clotting properly. Those who experience problems may need to stop taking glucosamine, chondroitin, or both. You may want to ask your healthcare provider about this potential interaction if you think you are having problems.

This interaction is well-documented and is considered minor in severity.

Last Updated: September 2005

CHONDROITIN may interact with TURMERIC

Both chondroitin and turmeric contain chemicals that may reduce the blood’s ability to form clots. When taken together, they can increase the risk of dangerous bleeding. In general, chondroitin and turmeric should not be taken together. If you take both, however, your doctor should be informed. You may need frequent blood tests to make sure that your blood is clotting properly. If you experience problems, you may need to stop taking chondroitin, turmeric, or both. You may want to ask your healthcare provider about this potential interaction if you think you are having problems.

This interaction is poorly documented and is considered minor in severity.

Last Updated: May 2005