Shatavari Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Shatavari against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Shatavari is a dietary supplement by Banyan Botanicals 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals contains one active ingredient: shatavari (asparagus racemosus root). The product also includes rice flour and gum acacia as inactive ingredients to form and bind the tablet.
Shatavari has been used in traditional medicine for several purposes, though the evidence in our data is not yet established for any of them.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence behind shatavari is insufficient to rate in our data. Traditional uses include supporting lactation, muscle strength, sexual desire, and respiratory health (tuberculosis and bronchitis), but reliable human studies backing these claims are not on file here.
If you're considering it for a specific purpose, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current research actually shows.
How safe is it?
Some data gaps
Shatavari is generally well tolerated based on its long history in traditional use, though high-quality safety data remain limited. Safety during pregnancy is not well established, so it's best avoided in pregnancy unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise.
It is traditionally used to support milk production during breastfeeding, but reliable safety data are lacking — if you're breastfeeding and want to try it, do so only under professional guidance from your doctor or pharmacist. No adverse effects from clinical trials are on file for this product.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you take shatavari, check whether you use any diuretic drugs (water pills for blood pressure or fluid buildup) — the root may boost fluid loss and electrolyte changes. Also double-check if you take lithium for mood disorders; shatavari may reduce its clearance and raise blood levels.
Talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist with your exact medication list.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and some safety-information gaps remain.
Shatavari may interest you if you're drawn to traditional herbal support, but the evidence for specific benefits is not yet established in our data. If you take diuretics or lithium, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — the root may interact with both.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding require individualized guidance from your own healthcare provider.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 22, 2024.
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
General information
Key facts about Shatavari, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Banyan Botanicals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 618192010112 |
| Net contents | 90 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 305725 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Formula
Ayurvedic herbs
In Ayurveda, shatavari is considered one of the best herbs for revitalizing the female reproductive system. Useful for women and men, it supports the immune system, improves the intellect, and enhances strength and energy.
Useful for women and men, it supports the immune system, improves the intellect, and enhances strength and energy.
Formulation
Rejuvenative for vata and pitta that promotes vitality and strength
USDA Organic Certified organic
Free of gluten, soy, and dairy.
100% vegetarian
Non GMO
Certified Organic by: QAI
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
Certified B Corporation
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Take 1-2 tablets, once or twice daily, or as directed by your health practitioner.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Precautions
Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition, please consult with your health care practitioner prior to the use of this product.
Keep out of the reach of children.
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.
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Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container45 Amounts shown are per serving.
Shatavari
Interacts with76 drugs
Asparagus racemosus, often called shatavari, is an Ayurvedic herb traditionally used to support women's health, digestion, and overall vitality. Human...
Shatavari monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Gum Acacia. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals has documented interactions with two medication types.
The main concern is with diuretic drugs (water pills) — shatavari's root may increase fluid loss and electrolyte depletion when taken together, though this effect has only been shown in animal studies at high doses, not yet in humans.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Lithium also requires caution. Shatavari may reduce how your body clears lithium, potentially raising its levels in your bloodstream.
Because lithium has a narrow therapeutic window, even small increases can matter — your dose might need adjustment. Altogether, these interactions span 76 individual medications.
Neither of these interactions has been confirmed in human trials, but the theoretical risk is real enough to warrant a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist before you start shatavari, especially if you take a diuretic or lithium. Use the medication checker on this page to see if any of your prescriptions fall into these categories.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Shatavari interact with 76 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Shatavari interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Shatavari
Ethacrynic AcidEdecrin
How Ethacrynic Acid interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Ethacrynic Acid interactionFosinopril, HydrochlorothiazideMonopril HCT
How Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Fosinopril, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionFurosemideLasix
How Furosemide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Furosemide interactionFurosemide, PotassiumDiumide-K Continus, Lasikal
How Furosemide, Potassium interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Furosemide, Potassium interactionGuanethidine, HydrochlorothiazideEsimil
How Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Guanethidine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydralazine, HydrochlorothiazideApresazide, Apresoline-Esidrix
How Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, ReserpineSer-Ap-Es, Unipres, Uniserp
How Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydralazine, Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionHydrochlorothiazideAquazide, Aquazide H, Esidrix, HCTZ, Hydro, Hydro-D +3 more
How Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide interactionHydrochlorothiazide, IrbesartanAvalide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Irbesartan interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LabetalolTrandate HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Labetalol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, LisinoprilPrinzide, Zestoretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Lisinopril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, Losartan PotassiumHyzaar
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Losartan Potassium interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Losartan Potassium interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MethyldopaAldoril 15, Aldoril 25, Aldoril D30, Methazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Methyldopa interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MetoprololLopressor HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Metoprolol interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Metoprolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, MoexiprilUniretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Moexipril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, PindololViskazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Pindolol interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Pindolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, PropranololInderide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Propranolol interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Propranolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, QuinaprilAccuretic
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Quinapril interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Quinapril interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ReserpineHydropres, Serpasil-Esidrix, Serpasil-Esidrix #1, Serpasil-Esidrix #2
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Reserpine interactionHydrochlorothiazide, SpironolactoneAldactazide, Aldactide 25, Aldactide 50, Spirozine
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Spironolactone interactionHydrochlorothiazide, TimololTimolide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Timolol interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Timolol interactionHydrochlorothiazide, TriamtereneDyazide, Maxzide, Maxzide-25, Triamzide, Triazide
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Triamterene interactionHydrochlorothiazide, ValsartanDiovan HCT
How Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydrochlorothiazide, Valsartan interactionHydroflumethiazideSaluron
How Hydroflumethiazide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydroflumethiazide interactionHydroflumethiazide, ReserpineSalutensin, Salutensin-Demi
How Hydroflumethiazide, Reserpine interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Hydroflumethiazide, Reserpine interactionIndapamideLozide, Lozol
How Indapamide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Indapamide interactionIrbesartan, HydrochlorothiazideCoAprovel
How Irbesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Irbesartan, Hydrochlorothiazide interactionLithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, Asparagus racemosus root could reduce excretion and increase levels of lithium.
Read the full Shatavari + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionMannitolBronchitol, Osmitrol
How Mannitol interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Mannitol interactionMethazolamideNeptazane
How Methazolamide interacts with Shatavari — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
ShatavariDiuretic Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, asparagus racemosus root might increase diuresis and electrolyte loss when used with diuretic drugs.
Read the full Shatavari + Methazolamide interactionEach 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
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.
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Shatavari, from the product label.
Banyan Botanicals
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- Banyan Botanicals
- City
- Albuquerque
- State
- NM
- ZipCode
- 87113
- Phone Number
- 1-800-953-6424
- Web Address
- banyanbotanicals.com
Shatavari by Banyan Botanicals: Common Questions
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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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
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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
- 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.
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