CurcuSYM

CurcuSYM is a natural product formulation developed by Symbion Life Science, a pharmaceutical company based in Gujarat, India, specializing in oncology and supportive care. The product is a combination of two patented extracts: BCM-95, a 95% purified turmeric extract containing 500 mg of curcuminoids per serving, and BioPerine, a 95% piperine extract (10 mg per serving) derived from black pepper. The primary rationale for this combination is to address the poor systemic bioavailability of curcumin; piperine acts as a bioenhancer by inhibiting metabolic pathways such as glucuronidation in the liver and intestinal wall, thereby significantly increasing curcumin absorption. CurcuSYM is marketed for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and potential anti-cancer properties, and is categorized as an anti-cancer supportive care product. It is available as vegetarian capsules and, according to manufacturer information, requires a prescription for use in clinical supportive care settings.

Brand names

CurcuSYM

Other names

curcumin + piperine formulationBCM95 + BioPerine