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Wild Yam Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

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Powder Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Wild Yam Extract 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

Wild Yam Extract is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for menopausal symptoms, menstrual cramps, hormone balance (popular belief).Based on those ingredients, 41 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Wild Yam root extract powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet

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: wild yam root extract powder. Wild yam has a long history in traditional herbal practice, though its modern uses are still being studied.

There are no other inactive ingredients listed.

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 Wild Yam's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supports women health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Menopausal symptoms, Postmenopausal conditions, Dysmenorrhea, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), hormonal balance, menstrual health.
  • The closest evidence on file: Wild Yam is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Menopausal symptoms (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Wild Yam is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Postmenopausal conditions, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Dysmenorrhea.

The evidence for wild yam is mixed and incomplete. For menopausal symptoms, the data suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For gallbladder disease, sexual dysfunction, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), and infertility, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works. If you're considering this for a specific reason, talk it over with your doctor to see whether the evidence supports it for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Wild Yam

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.

Wild yam is generally well tolerated for short-term use in healthy adults, though long-term safety hasn't been well studied. The most common side effects are fever, headache, upset stomach, and vomiting — especially at higher doses.

Rarely, anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) has been reported. Because there isn't enough safety data, the evidence advises against using wild yam during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

One case report described vision loss in a woman taking a combination product that included wild yam, though it's unclear whether wild yam itself was responsible.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Wild Yam

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 — Wild Yam.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 41 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 before combining this with estrogens (birth control, hormone replacement therapy). Wild yam may theoretically increase or decrease their effects, and we can't predict which direction for your situation.

Your doctor or pharmacist can help you decide if it's okay to use together.

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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 safety information is well characterized.

Wild yam may appeal to those exploring traditional herbal options for menopause or other uses, but the evidence that it works is limited or unclear. If you take estrogen-based medications — including birth control or hormone replacement therapy — check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product, since wild yam might change how your hormones work.

Avoid it during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and don't use it long-term without guidance from your healthcare provider.

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 Feb 25, 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 Wild Yam Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbadiet
Net contents 0 Not Present
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2021
DSLD ID 244441
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet, 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:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
IngredientAmount% DV
Wild Yam root extract powder500 mg--

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Label statements
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Formula

Supports Women Health

Standardized Extract Powder Derived from Dioscorea Villosa Roots

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take up to 1000mg daily, or as directed by physician.

Formulation

Free of fillers, binders, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, gluten, yeast

V Vegan

Ethically Sourced Scientifically Tested Premium Grade Ingredients

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult your physician before use.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool & dark.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This statement has 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. ARK-P125

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Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet label

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Wild Yam Extract label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet

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

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Amounts shown are per serving.

Wild Yam root extract powder

Interacts with
41 drugs
500 mg per serving

Wild yam is a root traditionally used for menopausal symptoms, cramps, and as a so-called 'natural' hormone supplement, but solid human evidence for t...

Wild Yam root extract powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

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41 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Wild Yam root extract powder 41

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Wild Yam Extract interact with 41 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Wild Yam Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Wild Yam root extract powder

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Wild Yam Extract 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.

Wild Yam root extract powder1 drug type · 41 drugs

Estrogens

Theoretically, wild yam might increase or decrease the effects of estrogen.
Wild yam root shows estrogenic and anti-estrogenic effects in vitro. Theoretically, wild yam might interfere with hormone therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Wild Yam root extract powder full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Wild Yam Extract, from the product label.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
Street Address
11, Sector - 14
City
Rohtak
State
Haryana
ZipCode
124001
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Wild Yam Extract has a known interaction with 41 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Wild Yam Extract 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 wild yam if I'm on birth control?
Not without checking first. Wild yam might interfere with how your birth control works — it could make it stronger or weaker. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before starting it.
Does wild yam really help with hot flashes and night sweats?
The evidence suggests it's probably not effective for menopausal symptoms. For other uses like sexual dysfunction or period pain, we don't have enough reliable data to say whether it works.
What are the most common side effects?
Fever, headache, upset stomach, and vomiting — usually at higher doses. Most people tolerate it well in the short term, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety data, so the evidence advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're considering it in either situation.
Why is there so much talk about wild yam and hormones?
Wild yam shows both hormone-like and hormone-blocking effects in lab studies. That's why it might change how estrogen-based medications work, though we can't predict the direction for any individual person.

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The Full Monographs Behind Wild Yam Extract’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Wild Yam

Interacts with 41 drugs

Wild yam is a root traditionally used for menopausal symptoms, cramps, and as a so-called 'natural' hormone supplement, but solid human evidence for these uses is lacking. Despite popular cl...

Read the full Wild Yam monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Wild Yam Extract'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 7 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.

Wild Yam 7 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Eagon PK, Elm MS, Hunter DS, et al. Medicinal herbs: modulation of estrogen action. Era of Hope Mtg, Dept Defense; Breast Cancer Res Prog, Atlanta, GA 2000;Jun 8-11.
  3. Cheong JL, Bucknall R. Retinal vein thrombosis associated with a herbal phytoestrogen preparation in a susceptible patient. Postgrad Med J 2005;81:266-7.. PubMed
  4. Rosenberg Zand, R. S., Jenkins, D. J., and Diamandis, E. P. Effects of natural products and nutraceuticals on steroid hormone-regulated gene expression. Clin Chim.Acta 2001;312(1-2):213-219. PubMed
  5. Araghiniknam M, Chung S, Nelson-White T, and et al. Antioxidant activity of Dioscorea and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) in older humans. Life Sciences 1996;59:L147-L157.
  6. Zeng M, Zhang L, Li M, et al. Estrogenic effects of the extracts from the Chinese Yam (Dioscorea opposite Thunb.) and its effective compounds in vitro and in vivo. Molecules. 2018 Jan 23;23(2). Pii: E11. PubMed
  7. Lu J, Wong RN, Zhang L, et al. Comparative analysis of proteins with stimulating activity on ovarian estradiol biosynthesis from four different Dioscorea species in vitro using both phenotypic and target-based approaches: implication for treating menopaus

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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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