Once you begin taking turmeric for depression it can take up to 4 weeks to feel the effects of the turmeric on your depression.
Only take the turmeric herb for depression under your doctors supervision and directions when taking it for depression or anything else.
Within the 4 weeks the turmeric should start working for the depression as long as you take the turmeric as directed by your doctor.
If you notice any side effects from taking the turmeric such as stomach upset, nausea, dizziness, or diarrhea you should talk to your doctor about it.
Although Turmeric is pretty safe to take when taken under a doctors directions.