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Dietary supplement

Fresh Royal Jelly Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

Other (e.g. Tea Bag) Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Fresh Royal Jelly is a dietary supplement by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menopausal symptoms, skin health and wound care, immune support.Based on those ingredients, 174 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Royal Jelly. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

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

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: royal jelly, a nutrient-rich secretion made by honeybees. There are no other active ingredients.

The product contains no inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Royal Jelly's overall clinical evidence instead.

Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports Royal Jelly for:

Why this rating?
  • The label markets general wellness (“general wellness and vitality support”), not a specific health condition, so there is no single claim to grade against clinical-evidence data.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Menopausal symptoms — rated "Possibly Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Royal jelly is possibly effective for menopausal symptoms based on available evidence. For hay fever (allergic rhinitis), physical performance, and diabetes, it's rated possibly ineffective — meaning studies haven't shown a real benefit.

For hair loss (androgenic alopecia), there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it works or not.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Royal Jelly

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.

Royal jelly is generally well tolerated by most people, but it can trigger serious allergic reactions in anyone with a history of asthma or allergies (atopy). Common reactions include itching, hives, eczema, and shortness of breath; rarely, it can cause anaphylaxis, severe asthma (status asthmaticus), or death in allergic individuals.

One rare case reported bleeding in the colon with bloody diarrhea after ingestion, which resolved after stopping the supplement. There isn't enough safety information to know whether royal jelly is safe in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Royal Jelly

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 — Royal Jelly.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 174 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 Fresh Royal Jelly, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take warfarin (a blood thinner) — royal jelly may increase your bleeding risk and has caused dangerous interactions in documented cases. Also check if you take any blood pressure-lowering medications, since royal jelly might lower your pressure further and cause dizziness or weakness.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Fresh Royal Jelly may be worth considering if you're dealing with menopausal symptoms and have no history of allergies or asthma. If you take warfarin or blood pressure medication, do not start it without checking with your doctor or pharmacist first — the interaction risk is real.

Anyone with a personal history of allergies, asthma, or bee product sensitivity should avoid it altogether. Run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you buy.

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

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2019.

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 Fresh Royal Jelly, straight from the product label.

Brand Y.S. Eco Bee Farms
Barcode (UPC) 726635130133
Net contents 4.2 Oz(s); 120 Gram(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 23, 2019
DSLD ID 205694
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Other (e.g. Tea Bag)
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms, 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:
0.25 tsp
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.25 tsp
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
726635130133
IngredientAmount% DV
Calories5 Calorie(s)--
Sugar0 Gram(s)--
Carbohydrates0 Gram(s)--
Royal Jelly1200 mg--

Other ingredients: None

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Label statements
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Formulation

Organic pioneer since 1995

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1/4 teaspoon once or twice a day between meals (avoid on full stomach) with a small amount of water (1 tablespoon). For better assimilation and taste, mix 1/4 teaspoon of royal jelly with 1/2 teaspoon of honey. Never mix with anything hot.

Precautions

Caution: Bee products may cause an allergic reaction in some sensitive people.

Storage

Keep refrigerated

Seals/Symbols

YS Organic

General Statements

Pure, natural Beehive quality Highest potency & freshness

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.25 tsp Dosage formOther (e.g. Tea Bag) Servings per container100 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.

Carbohydrates

0 Gram(s) per serving
  • › Sugar

Royal Jelly

Interacts with
174 drugs
1200 mg per serving

Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich substance made by worker bees to feed the queen bee. People take it for menopause symptoms, energy, skin, and immune su...

Royal Jelly monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms Drug Interactions

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174Drugs
174 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Fresh Royal Jelly 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.

Royal Jelly2 drug types · 174 drugs

Antihypertensive Drugs

Theoretically, royal jelly might increase the risk of hypotension when taken with antihypertensive drugs.
Animal research suggests that royal jelly might lower blood pressure.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Royal jelly might increase the risk of bleeding when taken with warfarin.
In one case, an 87-year-old male who was previously stabilized on warfarin developed hematuria and was found to have an INR of 7.29 after taking a royal jelly supplement for one week.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Fresh Royal Jelly, from the product label.

Y.S. Eco Bee Farms

See all Y.S. Eco Bee Farms products
Name
Y.S. Organic Bee Farms
Street Address
2774 N. 4351 Rd.
City
Sheridan
State
IL
ZipCode
60551
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms: Common Questions

Does Fresh Royal Jelly by Y.S. Eco Bee Farms interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Fresh Royal Jelly has a known interaction with 174 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Fresh Royal Jelly contains 2 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.
I have asthma and allergies. Should I take this?
No — royal jelly carries a high risk of triggering allergic symptoms in people with asthma or a history of allergies, including shortness of breath, hives, eczema, and in rare cases, severe reactions like anaphylaxis. Avoid it and talk with your doctor about safer options.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough safety information to know either way. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking it.
What is royal jelly, and what's it supposed to do?
Royal jelly is a nutrient-rich substance made by honeybees. It's possibly effective for menopausal symptoms, but it hasn't been shown to help with hay fever, physical performance, or diabetes based on current evidence.
What are the most common side effects?
Most people tolerate it well, but those with asthma or allergies may experience itching, hives, eczema, shortness of breath, or oral allergy syndrome. One rare case reported bleeding in the colon with bloody diarrhea after taking it.
Why can't I take this with warfarin?
Royal jelly may increase your bleeding risk when combined with warfarin, a blood thinner. One case documented a man whose warfarin levels became dangerously high after just one week of taking royal jelly, causing him to bleed. Always check with your doctor first if you take warfarin.

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Fresh Royal Jelly's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 14 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.

Royal Jelly 14 references
  1. Takahashi M, Matsuo I, Ohkido M. Contact dermatitis due to honeybee royal jelly. Contact Dermatitis 1983;9:452-5.
  2. Bullock RJ, et al. Fatal royal jelly-induced asthma. Med J Aust 1994;160:44. DOI
  3. Thien FC, Leung R, Baldo BA, et al. Asthma and anaphylaxis induced by royal jelly. Clin Exp Allergy 1996;26:216-22. PubMed
  4. Yonei Y, Shibagaki K, Tsukada N, et al. Case report: haemorrhagic colitis associated with royal jelly intake. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 1997;12:495-9.
  5. Harwood M, Harding S, Beasley R, Frankish PD. Asthma following royal jelly. N Z Med J 1996;109:325.
  6. Laporte JR, Ibaanez L, Vendrell L, Ballarin E. Bronchospasm induced by royal jelly. Allergy 1996;51:440. DOI
  7. Leung R, Thien FC, Baldo B, et al. Royal jelly-induced asthma and anaphylaxis: clinical characteristics and immunologic correlations. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1995;96:1004-7. PubMed
  8. Peacock S, Murray V, Turton C. Respiratory distress and royal jelly. BMJ 1995;311:1472. DOI
  9. Winther K, Hedman C. Assessment of the Effects of the Herbal Remedy Femal on the Symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. Curr Ther Res Clin Exp 2002;63:344-53. DOI
  10. Lee NJ, Fermo JD. Warfarin and royal jelly interaction. Pharmacotherapy 2006;26:583-6. PubMed
  11. Tokunaga, K. H., Yoshida, C., Suzuki, K. M., Maruyama, H., Futamura, Y., Araki, Y., and Mishima, S. Antihypertensive effect of peptides from royal jelly in spontaneously hypertensive rats. Biol.Pharm.Bull. 2004;27(2):189-192. PubMed
  12. Sultana, A., Nabi, A. H., Nasir, U. M., Maruyama, H., Suzuki, K. M., Mishima, S., and Suzuki, F. A dipeptide YY derived from royal jelly proteins inhibits renin activity. Int.J.Mol.Med. 2008;21(6):677-681. DOI
  13. Gómez Torrijos E, Méndez Diaz Y, Borja Segade JM, et al. Occupational allergic respiratory disease due to royal jelly. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2016;117(1):102-3. PubMed
  14. Li JD, Cui L, Xu YY, Guan K. A case of anaphylaxis caused by major royal jelly protein 3 of royal jelly and its cross-reactivity with honeycomb. J Asthma Allergy 2021;14:1555-7. PubMed

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