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Wild Yam Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

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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 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 Extract. 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 Extract. Wild yam has been used traditionally for menopause and hormone-related concerns, though the science behind those uses is limited.

The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose, which is just the shell that holds the extract.

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: enhances energy, supports digestion, enhances sexual function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Sexual dysfunction, Menopausal symptoms, Postmenopausal conditions, Dysmenorrhea, Hormonal balance, Energy and vitality.
  • 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 Sexual dysfunction, Postmenopausal conditions, Dysmenorrhea.

The evidence for wild yam is thin. For menopausal symptoms — probably its most common use — the data suggests it's likely ineffective.

For other conditions like gallbladder disease, sexual dysfunction, painful periods (dysmenorrhea), and infertility, there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or doesn't. If you're considering it for any of these reasons, talk with your pharmacist about what the research actually supports.

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, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied, so we can't say how it behaves over months or years. The most common side effects are fever, headache, upset stomach, and vomiting — especially at higher doses.

A rare serious reaction, anaphylaxis, has been reported. One case report describes vision loss in someone taking a combination product that included wild yam along with other herbs, though it's unclear whether wild yam itself was responsible.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding because there isn't enough information to know whether it's safe for your baby.

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.

If you take any estrogen-based medication — including birth control pills and hormone replacement therapy — double-check it against your exact product before you use wild yam. This ingredient may interfere with how your estrogen works.

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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 you if you're exploring herbal options for menopause or hormonal concerns, but the evidence for its effectiveness is weak. If you take estrogen-based medications — birth control, hormone replacement therapy, or others — check your exact medications with the tool on this page before starting.

Talk with your pharmacist about whether this is right for you, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any prescription drugs.

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 Dec 18, 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
Barcode (UPC) 880614949175
Net contents 60 V-Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 18, 2021
DSLD ID 258248
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
880614949175
IngredientAmount% DV
Wild Yam Extract400 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell

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Label statements
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Formula

Herbadiet Wild Yam Extract is a high potency 10:1 concentrated extract. This full spectrum extract retains all the active constituents in nature intended balanced ratio. Encapsulating this goodness in our quick release, easy to swallow vegan capsules, guarantees you a premium quality nutritional supplement

Formulation

Enhances energy levels Supports digestive functions Enhances sexual functions

Natural color variation may occur in this product

100% natural Supports women health

Non-GMO

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

Free Of preservatives, binders, gluten, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, yeast

Every batch 3rd party lab tested

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Do not use if seal under the cap is broken or missing. Dietary supplement shouldn't be used as a substitute for a varied diet

Caution: If you are pregnant, breast feeding, or taking medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not for medicinal use

Storage

Store in cool, dry place

Seals/Symbols

fssai Lic. No.: 20817018000147 Vcaps Plus GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product

General Statements

1% for the planet

License Number: 10018064001315

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for Use: Take 1 capsule twice a day, preferably with meals or as directed by your physician.

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

Wild Yam Extract

Interacts with
41 drugs
400 mg per serving Form: Dioscorea villosa

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 Extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Wild Yam Extract by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

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41Drugs
41 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Wild Yam Extract 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 Extract

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 Extract1 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 Extract 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
City
Haryana
State
India
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.
Will wild yam help with hot flashes and night sweats?
The evidence suggests it's likely ineffective for menopausal symptoms like those. If you're looking for something to manage your menopause, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about options with stronger scientific backing.
What side effects should I watch for?
Most people tolerate it okay, but you might experience fever, headache, upset stomach, or vomiting — especially if you take higher doses. Anaphylaxis is rare but has been reported. Stop and get medical help right away if you have trouble breathing or swelling.
Is it safe to take long-term?
Long-term safety hasn't been well studied. It's considered likely fine for short-term use in healthy adults, but we don't have good data on what happens if you take it for months or years. Talk with your pharmacist about how long is safe for you.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No. There isn't enough safety data, so it's best to avoid it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what's safe for you and your baby.
Does wild yam actually contain DHEA or progesterone?
The product facts we have don't specify what compounds are actually in this extract, only that it's wild yam. If you want to know exactly what you're getting, ask the manufacturer or your pharmacist.
Will this interfere with my birth control?
Possibly. Wild yam has both estrogenic and anti-estrogenic effects, so it might increase or decrease how your birth control works. Use the drug checker on this page to look up your specific medication, and talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting.

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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

See these in context on the Wild Yam 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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