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Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

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Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg label
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Capsule Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Swanson 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. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson

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: shatavari root extract at 500 mg per capsule. Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) is a plant root used traditionally in Ayurvedic practice.

The capsule itself is made from inactive ingredients — gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose, brown dextrin, magnesium stearate, and silica — which are fillers and binders to hold the supplement together.

Does it work?

Not established
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 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: total wellness for mind, body and home.
  • We looked for evidence on: Anxiety, Lactation, stress support, digestive health, general vitality, reproductive health.
  • The closest evidence on file: Asparagus Racemosus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Anxiety (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Asparagus Racemosus is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Lactation.

The evidence isn't established in the data we hold for any of shatavari root's traditional uses. It's been studied for tuberculosis, lactation support, muscle strength, sexual desire, and bronchitis, but the data on file show insufficient reliable evidence to rate its effectiveness for any of them.

If you're considering this for a specific health goal, your pharmacist can point you toward what the current research actually shows.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Asparagus Racemosus

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
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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 in traditional use, but high-quality safety studies are limited. Safety during pregnancy is not well established, so the data advise against use in pregnancy unless a doctor specifically 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.

Check with your pharmacist before starting if you take diuretic drugs (water pills) or lithium. Both have documented moderate-severity interactions with shatavari root that could affect how your medications work.

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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 root extract is an Ayurvedic plant supplement with limited modern research backing its uses. If you take diuretics or lithium, you'll want to check with your pharmacist or doctor first.

Pregnant people should avoid it unless advised by their doctor; breastfeeding parents considering it should get professional guidance.

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 20, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Swanson
Barcode (UPC) 087614141763
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 20, 2024
DSLD ID 308748
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Women (not pregnant or lactating), Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Menopause, Seniors/Mature (>50 Years) - Women ONLY
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson, 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
120
UPC/BARCODE
087614141763
IngredientAmount% DV
Shatavari Root Extract500 mg--

Other ingredients: Brown Dextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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Formulation

Total wellness for mind, body & home Unsurpassed purity & potency

Menopause support Standardized

General Statements

100% money back guaranteed Science-Backed Quality Since 1969

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule one to two times per day with water.

Precautions

Warning: For adults only. Keep out of reach of children.

Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult your healthcare provider before using this or any product if you are taking medication or have a medical condition.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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.

Formula

Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg per capsule

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

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Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson label

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Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson

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 container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Shatavari Root Extract

Interacts with
76 drugs
500 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 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Brown Dextrin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

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Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg interact with 76 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Shatavari Root Extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg 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 Extract2 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
Shatavari Root Extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg, from the product label.

Swanson

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Name
Swanson Health Products
City
Fargo
State
ND
ZipCode
58104
Phone Number
1-800-437-4148
Web Address
swanson.com
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Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson: Common Questions

Does Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg by Swanson interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg 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 Root Extract 500 mg 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 while I'm pregnant?
Safety during pregnancy isn't well established, so the data advise against it unless a doctor tells you otherwise. Talk with your OB or pharmacist about whether this is right for you.
Is shatavari safe for breastfeeding?
It's traditionally used to support milk supply, but reliable safety data are missing. Don't use it while breastfeeding without talking to your doctor or a lactation professional first.
What is shatavari root extract actually used for?
It's been studied for tuberculosis, lactation support, muscle strength, sexual desire, and bronchitis. However, the evidence we have isn't strong enough to rate whether it works for any of these uses.
Are there any side effects I should know about?
Shatavari root is generally well tolerated in traditional use, though high-quality safety data are limited. No adverse effects are documented in our data, but that doesn't guarantee they won't occur.
I take a water pill for blood pressure — is it okay to use this?
No — diuretic drugs and shatavari root have a documented interaction. The supplement might increase water and electrolyte loss. Check with your pharmacist or doctor before starting.

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The Full Monographs Behind Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Asparagus Racemosus

Interacts with 76 drugs

Asparagus racemosus, often called shatavari, is an Ayurvedic herb traditionally used to support women's health, digestion, and overall vitality. Human evidence for most of these uses is limi...

Read the full Asparagus Racemosus monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Shatavari Root Extract 500 mg'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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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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