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Dietary supplement

Shatavari Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Pharm

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

Shatavari is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for mild fluid retention (diuretic), urinary tract support, digestive health and fiber.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 (Asparagus racemosa) extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Shatavari by Herb Pharm

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.

Shatavari contains one active ingredient: shatavari root extract (from Asparagus racemosa). The liquid also includes distilled water and certified organic cane alcohol as inactive ingredients.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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
Not assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: reproductive system restoration.
  • We looked for evidence on: female reproductive health, hormonal balance, menstrual health, fertility.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

The evidence for shatavari isn't established in the data we hold. Our data rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence for acne, cancer, constipation, high blood pressure, intestinal parasite infection, and kidney stones.

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

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Asparagus

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.

Asparagus as food is generally well tolerated, but concentrated extracts like this one are less well studied — medicinal doses haven't been proven safe. Allergic reactions are possible, especially in people sensitive to onion, garlic, leek, or chive (all in the same plant family).

Reactions can range from itchy eyes and runny nose to coughing, hives, difficulty swallowing, or severe breathing problems. There's also a report of gout occurring in a small number of patients in one trial of an asparagus-parsley combination product, though it's unclear if shatavari root alone was responsible.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Asparagus

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.
  • 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 starting Shatavari, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take lithium or any diuretic drugs (water pills). Both have Moderate-severity interactions with shatavari root extract, and your dose or monitoring may need to change.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Shatavari may appeal to you if you're drawn to Ayurvedic herbs, but the evidence for its benefits isn't solid yet. The main caution is if you take lithium or a diuretic — those need special attention before you start.

Talk with your own doctor or pharmacist about whether this fits your situation and whether any dose adjustments are needed.

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 May 22, 2020.

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 Herb Pharm
Barcode (UPC) 090700003999
Net contents 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2020
DSLD ID 220065
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Shatavari by Herb Pharm, 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:
0.7 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.7 mL
Servings per container
168
UPC/BARCODE
090700003999
IngredientAmount% DV
Shatavari root (Asparagus racemosa) extract689 mg--

Other ingredients: distilled Water, certified organic Cane Alcohol

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use Shake well before using Add 1 full squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 2 to 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children

Storage

Store away from heat & light

Formula

Asparagus racemosus

Shatavari liquid extract

We prepare our Shatavari extract from the root of certified organically grown Asparagus racemosus plants.

Formulation

System restoration Reproductive

Gluten-free

Dry herb/menstruum ratio: 1:5

Certified organic by Organic Certifiers

Seals/Symbols

USDA Organic

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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Shatavari by Herb Pharm label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Shatavari by Herb Pharm

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

Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 Amounts shown are per serving.

689 mg per serving

Asparagus is a nutritious vegetable that is safe and healthy to eat as part of a normal diet. Most of its claimed medicinal benefits, such as use as a...

Shatavari root (Asparagus racemosa) extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Distilled Water, Certified organic Cane Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Shatavari by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions

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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 (Asparagus racemosa) extract2 drug types · 76 drugs

Diuretic Drugs

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

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Lithium

Theoretically, asparagus root might cause diuresis, reducing lithium clearance.
Animal studies show that asparagus root extracts have diuretic effects. Theoretically, this 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.

Herb Pharm

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Name
Herb Pharm
City
Williams
State
OR
ZipCode
97544
Phone Number
800-348-4372
Web Address
www.herb-pharm.com
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Shatavari by Herb Pharm: Common Questions

Does Shatavari by Herb Pharm 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.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The data rates shatavari root as Likely Safe during lactation. For pregnancy, the evidence is mixed — it's rated both Likely Safe and Possibly Unsafe, which means there isn't enough clarity to give a straight answer. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation before taking it.
Can I have an allergic reaction to this?
Yes. If you're sensitive to onion, garlic, leek, or chive, you're more likely to react to asparagus. Reactions can be mild (itchy eyes, runny nose, coughing) or serious (hives, trouble swallowing, breathing problems). Stop and seek help if you notice any of these after taking it.
What's shatavari supposed to do?
We don't have reliable evidence that it works for the conditions it's marketed for — acne, cancer, constipation, high blood pressure, parasites, or kidney stones. If you're considering it for one of these, ask your doctor or pharmacist what the research actually supports.
Does this product contain any fillers or additives?
It's a liquid extract, so it contains distilled water and certified organic cane alcohol as inactive ingredients — those help deliver and preserve the extract.

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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.

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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.

Asparagus 14 references
  1. The Review of Natural Products by Facts and Comparisons. St. Louis, MO: Wolters Kluwer Co., 1999.
  2. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. Title 21. Part 182 -- Substances Generally Recognized As Safe. Available at: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfcfr/CFRSearch.cfm?CFRPart=182
  3. Volz T, Berner D, Weigert C, et al. Fixed food eruption caused by asparagus. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2005;116:1390-2. PubMed
  4. Huang X, Kong L. Steroidal saponins from roots of Asparagus officinalis. Steroids 2006;71:171-6. PubMed
  5. Rodriguez R, Jaramillo S, Rodriguez G, et al. Antioxidant activity of ethanolic extracts from several asparagus cultivars. J Agric Food Chem 2005;53:5212-7. PubMed
  6. Rieker J, Ruzicka T, Neumann NJ, Homey B. Protein contact dermatitis to asparagus. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2004;113:354-5. PubMed
  7. Tabar AI, Alvarez-Puebla MJ, Gomez B, et al. Diversity of asparagus allergy: clinical and immunological features. Clin Exp Allergy 2004;34:131-6. PubMed
  8. Rademaker M, Yung A. Contact dermatitis to Asparagus officinalis. Australas J Dermatol 2000;41:262-3.
  9. Misico, R. I., Nicotra, V. E., Oberti, J. C., Barboza, G., Gil, R. R., and Burton, G. Withanolides and related steroids. Prog.Chem.Org.Nat.Prod. 2011;94:127-229.
  10. Hausen BM, Wolf C. 1,2,3-Trithiane-5-carboxylic acid, a first contact allergen from Asparagus officinalis (Liliaceae). Am J Contact Dermat 1996;7(1):41-46. PubMed
  11. Escribano MM, Munoz-Bellido FJ, Serrano P, et al. Acute urticaria after ingestion of asparagus. Allergy 1998;53(6):622-623. PubMed
  12. Chrubasik S, Droste C, Black A. Asparagus P(R) cannot compete with first-line diuretics in lowering the blood pressure in treatment-requiring antihypertensives. Phytother Res 2009;23:1345-6.
  13. Gaus BM, Scheiba N, Schäkel K. Asparagus-induced fixed food eruptions mimicking cutaneous lupus. Acta Derm Venereol 2014;94:731-2. PubMed
  14. Yanagi T, Shimizu H, Shimizu T. Occupational contact dermatitis caused by asparagus. Contact Dermatitis 2010;63:54. PubMed

See these in context on the Asparagus monograph →

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