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Shatavari Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ayur Earth

Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Shatavari is a dietary supplement by Ayur Earth with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for women's reproductive health, promoting breast milk supply, digestive complaints.Based on those ingredients, 76 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Shatavari root extract & Shatavari root powder blend. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Shatavari by Ayur Earth

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: a Shatavari root extract and powder blend. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is an herb used in Ayurvedic medicine traditionally to support lactation and overall wellness.

The capsules also contain inactive ingredients—silicon dioxide, maize starch, and the capsule material (HPMC)—which are fillers and binders.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Asparagus Racemosus's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Female reproductive health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Lactation, Menopausal symptoms, Women's hormonal balance, Breast health.
  • The closest evidence on file: Asparagus Racemosus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Lactation (Natural Medicines).

The evidence on Shatavari for its traditional uses isn't established in our data. The ingredient is rated insufficient reliable evidence for tuberculosis, lactation support, muscle strength, sexual desire, and bronchitis.

If you're considering it for one of these purposes, talk with your doctor about what the research actually shows and whether it's the right choice for you.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Asparagus Racemosus

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Shatavari root is generally well tolerated based on its traditional use, though high-quality safety studies are limited. Safety during pregnancy is not well established, so it's best avoided in pregnancy unless your doctor advises otherwise.

It's traditionally used to support milk supply, but reliable safety data are lacking—if you're breastfeeding and interested in this supplement, use it only under professional guidance.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Asparagus Racemosus

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 — Asparagus Racemosus.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: lithium.
  • For scale: 76 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 you take Shatavari, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take lithium or any diuretic drugs (water pills). Both may need dose adjustment or closer monitoring if you combine them with this supplement.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Shatavari may be worth considering if you're interested in an Ayurvedic herb for wellness support, but the evidence for specific uses isn't solid. The main caution is if you take lithium or water pills—check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk it over with your healthcare provider first.

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 Jun 23, 2021.

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 Shatavari, straight from the product label.

Brand Ayur Earth
Barcode (UPC) 689128589804
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 23, 2021
DSLD ID 248048
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Menopause, Post-Menopause, Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Shatavari by Ayur Earth, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
689128589804
IngredientAmount% DV
Shatavari root extract & Shatavari root powder blend350 mg--

Other ingredients: Silicon Dioxide, Maize Starch, HPMC Capsule

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Label statements
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Formulation

Ayurvedic herbs Female support Pure Natural Effective

V Vegetarian

Non GMO

Shatavari is the main rejuvenating traditional herb for women. It may support maintenance of healthy female reproductive organs. Shatavari is also considered to be a source of plant driven estrogen, hence making Shatavari a healthy choice for nursing, menopausal & postmenopausal women.

Product of India

Free of dairy & soy

Gluten free

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Direction for Use: As a dietary supplement take 1 capsule twice daily, preferably after meals. For better results it should be taken with warm water

Precautions

Caution: Pregnant or lactating women are advised to consume herbal products under the advice of the healthcare practitioner.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if inner seal is broken or missing.

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.

General Statements

Batch No. : AC393 Expiry DT. : 02/2019 Neutral Code: MH/PD/AYU/002/10

Seals/Symbols

ISO Certified Company GMP Good Manufacturing Practice FDA Registered Facility 12251469598

Storage

Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

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Shatavari by Ayur Earth label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Shatavari by Ayur Earth

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

350 mg per serving Form: Saponins

Asparagus racemosus, often called shatavari, is an Ayurvedic herb traditionally used to support women's health, digestion, and overall vitality. Human...

Shatavari root extract & Shatavari root powder blend monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Silicon Dioxide, Maize Starch, HPMC Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Shatavari by Ayur Earth Drug Interactions

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76Drugs
76 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Shatavari 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.

Shatavari root extract & Shatavari root powder blend2 drug types · 76 drugs

Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Animal studies show that asparagus racemosus root has diuretic effects when used in high doses. This effect has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, Asparagus racemosus root could reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Animal research suggests that Asparagus racemosus root has diuretic properties when used in high doses. Therefore, it might reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium. The dose of lithium might need to be decreased.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Shatavari, from the product label.

Ayur Earth

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Name
U4LIFE, LLC. d.b.a. Ayur Earth
Street Address
PO Box #5
City
Edgewater
State
NJ
ZipCode
07020
Web Address
www.ayurearth.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Shatavari by Ayur Earth: Common Questions

Does Shatavari by Ayur Earth interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Shatavari has a known interaction with 76 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Shatavari contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism 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.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant?
Safety during pregnancy isn't well established, so it's best avoided unless your doctor advises otherwise. Talk with your doctor before taking it.
Is it safe to use while breastfeeding?
It's traditionally used to support milk supply, but reliable safety data are lacking. If you're interested in using it while breastfeeding, only do so under professional guidance from your doctor or pharmacist.
Does it actually work for increasing milk supply?
The evidence for lactation support is insufficient—we don't have enough reliable data to rate it. Talk with your doctor or a lactation specialist about what's proven to help.
What are the side effects?
No specific adverse effects are documented in the data we hold. The ingredient is generally well tolerated based on traditional use, though high-quality safety studies are limited.
What exactly is Shatavari?
Shatavari is Asparagus racemosus, an herb used in Ayurvedic medicine. This product is a blend of the root extract and powdered root.

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Sources & How We Checked

Shatavari'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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 1 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.

Asparagus Racemosus 1 reference
  1. Satish Kumar MC, Udupa AL, Sammodavardhana K, Rathnakar UP, Shvetha U, Kodancha GP. Acute toxicity and diuretic studies of the roots of Asparagus racemosus Willd in rats. West Indian Med J. 2010;59(1):3-6.

See these in context on the Asparagus Racemosus monograph →

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