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Wild Yam Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Mountain Meadow Herbs

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Liquid 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 Root 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 Root is a dietary supplement by Mountain Meadow Herbs with 4 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for constipation (laxative), dry skin (moisturizer), dry, irritated eyes.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. 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 Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs

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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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Oct 1, 2026

What’s inside

Low disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Low

Most active ingredients don't disclose an individual amount — you can't tell how much of each you're getting.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 4 active ingredients.

This liquid contains 4 ingredients total. The active player here is wild yam root extract, a plant extract traditionally used for menopausal symptoms and other women's health concerns.

The rest of the formula is glycerin (a sweetener and preservative that also draws water into the digestive tract), grain alcohol (which we hold no interaction data for), and distilled water as the base.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded its ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports its ingredients for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredients' overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Constipation — rated "Likely Effective" (Glycerol) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Athletic performance — rated "Possibly Effective" (Glycerol) (Natural Medicines).
  • On file: Ichthyosis — rated "Possibly Effective" (Glycerol) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for wild yam is thin. For menopausal symptoms—the condition it's most commonly used for—the data rates it as possibly ineffective.

For sexual dysfunction, dysmenorrhea, infertility, and gallbladder disease, there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or doesn't. This is a supplement where the traditional use and what the science shows don't yet line up.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Glycerol 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 2 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • 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. The most common side effects orally are fever, headache, upset stomach, and vomiting—and a rare but serious reaction, anaphylaxis, has been reported.

Because the safety data during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not solid enough, the facts advise against use in both cases. Glycerin, the other active ingredient, can cause bloating, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, and diarrhea in larger doses, though it's well tolerated in normal amounts.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Glycerol 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 2 matched ingredients 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.

Before you start, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you take estrogen-based medications—including birth control, hormone replacement therapy, or any other estrogen medication. Wild yam might interfere with how these work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Wild Yam Root is worth a conversation with your doctor or pharmacist if you're thinking about using it—especially if you take estrogen-based medications like birth control or hormone replacement therapy. The evidence that it actually works for what people use it for isn't strong yet.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety data suggests you skip it and talk with your doctor about what would work better for you.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 4 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 11, 2022.

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 Root, straight from the product label.

Brand Mountain Meadow Herbs
Barcode (UPC) 813086014010
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 11, 2022
DSLD ID 267597
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegan, Vegetarian, 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 Wild Yam Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs, 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:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
0.25 Teaspoon(s)
Servings per container
48
UPC/BARCODE
813086014010
IngredientAmount% DV
Glycerin0 NP--
Grain Alcohol0 NP--
Wild Yam root extract1.25 mL--
Water, Distilled0 NP--

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Label statements
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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

Dioscorea villosa

Enhance your overall female health and wellness

Formulation

Hand-made extract

GF (Gluten free) Sugar free

Vegan

Enhance your overall female health and wellness Plant-based estrogen source Menopause symptom support Comfortable mentruation support

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 12+ yrs: 1/4 tsp. Take in water 1-3 times daily.

Shake well.

Precautions

Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are taking a prescription, consult your health care provider before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place out of sunlight.

Seals/Symbols

Made in Montana USA

General Statements

1 dropperful = approx. 1/8 tsp.

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Wild Yam Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs label

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Wild Yam Root label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Wild Yam Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs

These are the 4 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size0.25 Teaspoon(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container48 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Glycerin

No known
interactions
0 NP per serving

Glycerol (glycerin) is a sweet, syrupy compound made naturally in the body and widely used in foods, skin products, and medicines. It is well establis...

Glycerin monograph & interactions

Grain Alcohol

0 NP per serving

Wild Yam root extract

Interacts with
41 drugs
1.25 mL 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 monograph & interactions

Water, Distilled

0 NP per serving
Interaction report

Wild Yam Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs Drug Interactions

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41Drugs
41 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Wild Yam root extract 41

Individual Drug Interactions

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

1 of the 4 ingredients in Wild Yam Root interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Wild Yam root extract

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Wild Yam Root 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 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 root extract full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Mountain Meadow Herbs

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Name
Mountain Meadow Herbs, Inc.
Street Address
1019 Hard Rock Rd
City
Somers
State
MT
ZipCode
59932
Phone Number
888.528.8615
Web Address
www.mmherbs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Wild Yam Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs: Common Questions

Does Wild Yam Root by Mountain Meadow Herbs interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Wild Yam Root 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 Root contains 4 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Does wild yam actually help with hot flashes and night sweats?
The data we have rates it as possibly ineffective for menopausal symptoms, so the evidence doesn't support that use. Traditional use and what science shows don't match up here yet.
Can I take this if I'm on birth control?
Wild yam might increase or decrease how your birth control works because it has estrogenic and anti-estrogenic effects. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting—this is a conversation you need to have with your own provider, not something to guess on.
What are the side effects?
The most common ones orally are fever, headache, upset stomach, and vomiting. Anaphylaxis is rare but serious. Glycerin in the formula can also cause bloating, nausea, dizziness, and diarrhea in larger doses.
Is this safe to use while pregnant or breastfeeding?
No—the safety data isn't there. The facts advise against use in both pregnancy and breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor about safer options if you're in either situation.
How long can I safely take this?
Short-term use in healthy adults is likely fine, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied. If you're thinking of taking it for months, that's something to discuss with your doctor.

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The Full Monographs Behind Wild Yam Root’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Glycerol

Glycerol (glycerin) is a sweet, syrupy compound made naturally in the body and widely used in foods, skin products, and medicines. It is well established as a laxative and a skin and eye moi...

Read the full Glycerol monograph → 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 Root'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 15 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.

Glycerol 8 references
  1. McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
  2. Wagner DR. Hyperhydrating with glycerol: implications for athletic performance. J Am Diet Assoc 1999;99:207-12. PubMed
  3. Yu YL, Kumana CR, Lauder IJ, et al. Treatment of acute cortical infarct with intravenous glycerol. A double-blind, placebo-controlled randomized trial. Stroke 1993;24:1119-24. PubMed
  4. Frei A, Cottier C, Wunderlich P, Ludin E. Glycerol and dextran combined in the therapy of acute stroke. A placebo-controlled, double-blind trial with a planned interim analysis. Stroke 1987;18:373-9. PubMed
  5. Balaskas E, Szepietowski JC, Bessis D, Ioannides D, Ponticelli C, Ghienne C, Taberly A, Dupuy P. Randomized, double-blind study with glycerol and paraffin in uremic xerosis. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2011 Apr;6(4):748-52. PubMed
  6. Blanchet-Bardon C, Tadini G, Machado Matos M, Delarue A. Association of glycerol and paraffin in the treatment of ichthyosis in children: an international, multicentric, randomized, controlled, double-blind study. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2012 Aug;26 PubMed
  7. Kajita N, Kanamori K, Yamamoto S, Yoshida K. Generalized Urticaria Caused by a Glycerin Enema in an Infant. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol 2022;32(4):318-319. PubMed
  8. Suzuki R, Fukuyama K, Miyazaki Y, Namiki T. Contact urticaria syndrome and protein contact dermatitis caused by glycerin enema. JAAD Case Reports. 2016;2:108-10. PubMed

See these in context on the Glycerol monograph →

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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