Yohimbe Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NutraBio
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Yohimbe 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
Yohimbe is a dietary supplement by NutraBio with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for erectile dysfunction, low sex drive, sexual performance.Based on those ingredients, 1,125 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated major. The ingredients most likely to interact are Yohimbe bark extract. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Yohimbe by NutraBio
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Why this rating?
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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.
- “Yohimbe bark extract” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (100 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.
At least one ingredient has a documented Major-severity interaction. Check your medications for a personalized result.
Why this rating?
- 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Yohimbe.
- The most serious interaction on file is rated Major.
- Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
- For scale: 1,126 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.
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.
HelloPharmacist summaryFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Major medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 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
General information
Key facts about Yohimbe, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NutraBio |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 649908290665 |
| Net contents | 90 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 24, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 318117 |
| Product type | Other Combinations |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Yohimbe by NutraBio, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Yohimbe bark extract | 100 mg | -- |
| Yohimbine Alkaloids | 4 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose, Water
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: take 1 capsule daily, as needed.
Precautions
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if pregnant or nursing, not for use by individuals under the age of 18 years.
Do not use if pregnant or nursing, not for use by individuals under the age of 18 years. Consult a physician before use if you have a medical condition or are taking any medication.
Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery. This product contains yohimbe, an alpha-2 adrenergic blocking agent. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if you experience high blood pressure, heart palpitations or rapid heartbeat, dizziness, headache, rash, tremors, depression or hallucinations.
Processed in a facility and/or manufacturing line that also produces milk, tree nuts, nuts and soy.
General Statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)
NutraBio Since 1996
Formulation
No proprietary blends
Fully transparent Manufactured in our GMP FDA inspected facility
Wellness Maximum strength
Vegetarian
Lactose free
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA with ingredients sourced worldwide
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
4 mg Yohimbe alkaloids
FDA Statement of Identity
Botanical Supplement
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Product filled to this level
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Yohimbe by NutraBio label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Yohimbe by NutraBio
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetable Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 Amounts shown are per serving.
Yohimbe bark extract
Interacts with1,125 drugs
Yohimbe is a West African tree bark that contains yohimbine, a compound mainly promoted for erectile dysfunction and as an aphrodisiac. A prescription...
Yohimbe bark extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose, Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Yohimbe by NutraBio Drug Interactions
Yohimbe contains a single active ingredient, and it has known interactions with 1,125 medications. Here’s the picture, then you can look up your own drug.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Yohimbe interact with 1,125 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 1 ingredient in Yohimbe interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Yohimbe bark extract
AmphetamineAdensys XR-ODT, Adzenys ER, Dyanavel XR, Mydayis
How Amphetamine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Stimulant Drugs +1 Major
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Amphetamine interactionIsocarboxazidMarplan
How Isocarboxazid interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Isocarboxazid interactionMoclobemideManerix, Moclobemide
How Moclobemide interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Inhibitors, Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
CYP2D6 inhibitors may increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Moclobemide interactionOzanimod HydrochlorideZeposia
How Ozanimod Hydrochloride interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Ozanimod Hydrochloride interactionPhenelzine SulfateNardil
How Phenelzine Sulfate interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Phenelzine Sulfate interactionRasagilineAzilect
How Rasagiline interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois), Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Rasagiline interactionSafinamide MesylateXadago
How Safinamide Mesylate interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Safinamide Mesylate interactionSelegilineCarbex, Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar
How Selegiline interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Selegiline interactionTranylcypromineParnate
How Tranylcypromine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsMonoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (maois) Major
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Tranylcypromine interactionAbametapirXeglyze
How Abametapir interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Inhibitors Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, CYP3A4 inhibitors might increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe bark.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Abametapir interactionAbiraterone
How Abiraterone interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Inhibitors +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Abiraterone interactionAbiraterone AcetateYonsa, Zytiga
How Abiraterone Acetate interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Inhibitors, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
CYP2D6 inhibitors may increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Abiraterone Acetate interactionAcebutololRhotral, Sectral
How Acebutolol interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might reduce the effects of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acebutolol interactionAcepromazineAtravet
How Acepromazine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsPhenothiazines Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, using yohimbine with phenothiazines might have additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acepromazine interactionAcetaminophen, Aspirin, CaffeineExcedrin, Excedrin Extra Strength, Excedrin Migraine
How Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsAnticoagulant/antiplatelet Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, combining yohimbe bark with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might have additive effects; however, this has not been reported in clinical research.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Aspirin, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Brompheniramine, PhenylpropanolamineDimetapp Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Stimulant Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Brompheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CaffeineEsgic, Esgic Plus, Fiogesic, Fioricet, Repan, Tecnal +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, CodeineEsgic with Codeine, Fioricet w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsStimulant Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking yohimbe with stimulant drugs can have additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, CodeineBancap w/ Codeine
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine PhosphatePhrenilin #3
How Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Butalbital, Codeine Phosphate interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, PhenylephrineHycomine Compound
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +3 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Hydrocodone, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, CodeineGesic C15, Gesic C30, Gesic C8, Lenoltec 1, Lenoltec 2, Lenoltec 3 +1 more
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, SalicylamideCodalan No.1, Codalan No.2, Codalan No.3
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsStimulant Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking yohimbe with stimulant drugs can have additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Codeine, Salicylamide interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, DihydrocodeineDHC Plus, Panlor DC, Panlor SS
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Dihydrocodeine interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, IsomethepteneMigralam
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Isometheptene interactionAcetaminophen, Caffeine, PyrilamineMidol Max Strength Menstrual
How Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsStimulant Drugs, Cytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates +1 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking yohimbe with stimulant drugs can have additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Caffeine, Pyrilamine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan HbrVicks Formula 44M Cough, Cold & Flu Relief
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Inhibitors, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
CYP2D6 inhibitors may increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hbr interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, PhenylephrineColrex
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsStimulant Drugs, Cytochrome P450 3a4 (cyp3a4) Substrates +3 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, taking yohimbe with stimulant drugs can have additive effects.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Codeine, Phenylephrine interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, DextromethorphanCoricidin II Extra Strength Cold and Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 1a2 (cyp1a2) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Inhibitors +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan interactionAcetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan HydrobromideCoricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu
How Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interacts with Yohimbe — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
Yohimbine AlkaloidsCytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Substrates, Cytochrome P450 2d6 (cyp2d6) Inhibitors +2 Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, yohimbe might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
Read the full Yohimbine Alkaloids + Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Yohimbe 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.
Yohimbe bark extract
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (Maois)
Concomitant use of MAOIs with yohimbe can result in additive effects.
Yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe, has MAO inhibitory effects. At high doses, yohimbine is a non-selective inhibitor of MAO.
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, yohimbe might reduce the effects of antihypertensive drugs.
Yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe, is an alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist and has been reported to increase blood pressure in clinical research. Theoretically, concomitant use of yohimbe and antihypertensive drugs can interfere with blood pressure control.
Clonidine (Catapres)
Theoretically, yohimbe might precipitate clonidine withdrawal.
Chronic clonidine use can downregulate alpha-2 adrenoreceptors. Animal research and one human case report suggest that concomitant administration of yohimbine, an alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist, may precipitate clonidine withdrawal and lead to sympathomimetic toxicity, including hypertensive crisis.
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Inhibitors
CYP2D6 inhibitors may increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe.
In vitro and clinical research shows that the yohimbe bark constituent, yohimbine, is metabolized by CYP2D6 isoenzymes. Paroxetine, a cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2D6 inhibitor, increases the maximum serum concentration of yohimbine and reduces the clearance of yohimbine compared to yohimbine alone in patients who are extensive CYP2D6 metabolizers..
Cytochrome P450 2D6 (Cyp2D6) Substrates
Theoretically, yohimbe might increase the levels and adverse effects of CYP2D6 substrates.
In vitro research suggests that yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe bark, inhibits CYP2D6 enzyme activity.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Inhibitors
Theoretically, CYP3A4 inhibitors might increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe bark.
In vitro and clinical research shows that the yohimbe bark constituent, yohimbine, is metabolized by CYP3A4 enzymes. Theoretically, drugs that inhibit CYP3A4 might increase the levels and adverse effects of yohimbine.
Paroxetine (Paxil)
Paroxetine decreases the clearance of yohimbine and may increase its effects.
Paroxetine, a cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2D6 inhibitor, increases the maximum serum concentration of yohimbine by about 350% and reduces the clearance of yohimbine by about 80% compared to yohimbine alone in patients who are extensive CYP2D6 metabolizers. No significant changes in pharmacokinetic parameters of yohimbine were observed with coadministration of paroxetine in patients who are poor CYP2D6 metabolizers.
Phenothiazines
Theoretically, using yohimbine with phenothiazines might have additive effects.
Yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe, has alpha-2 adrenergic antagonist effects. Theoretically, combining it with phenothiazines can cause additive alpha-2 adrenergic antagonism.
Stimulant Drugs
Theoretically, taking yohimbe with stimulant drugs can have additive effects.
Yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe, has sympathomimetic effects and increases blood pressure in a dose-dependent manner. Theoretically, taking yohimbe with stimulant drugs can have additive stimulant and hypertensive effects.
Tricyclic Antidepressants (Tcas)
Theoretically, taking yohimbe with TCAs can increase adverse effects.
A small clinical study in patients taking TCAs for at least 4 weeks shows that receiving doses of intravenous yohimbine 2.5-20 mg daily for up to 7 days precipitates severe anxiety, agitation, and tremor. The effects of yohimbe bark itself are unclear; oral yohimbe bark contains 0.6% to 1.38% yohimbine, but it is unclear how much is absorbed.
Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs
Theoretically, combining yohimbe bark with antiplatelet or anticoagulant drugs might have additive effects; however, this has not been reported in clinical research.
Research in healthy adults shows that taking yohimbine, a constituent of yohimbe bark, in doses of 8 mg or more, seems to inhibit platelet aggregation in vitro by binding to the alpha-2 adrenoceptor. The effects of yohimbe bark itself are unclear; yohimbe bark contains 0.6% to 1.38% yohimbine, but it is unclear how much is absorbed.
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro research shows that yohimbe extract induces CYP1A2 enzymes.
Cytochrome P450 3A4 (Cyp3A4) Substrates
Theoretically, yohimbe might decrease the levels and clinical effects of CYP3A4 substrates.
In vitro research shows that yohimbe extract induces CYP3A4 enzymes.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Yohimbe, from the product label.
NutraBio
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- NutraBio Labs, Inc.
- Street Address
- 564 Lincoln Blvd.
- City
- Middlesex
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 08846
- Phone Number
- 732-748-8606
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Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Yohimbe'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
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The 66 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.
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