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Dietary supplement

Yucca Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herb Xtra

Yucca label
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Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 23, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Yucca 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 No known interaction

Yucca is a dietary supplement by Herb Xtra with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for joint and bone health, skin, hair, and nail support, source of dietary protein.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Yucca by Herb Xtra

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 11, 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 0 of its 3 active ingredients.

Herb Xtra Yucca is a capsule containing 3 ingredients. The two active components are gelatin and yucca (a plant used traditionally for joint and skin concerns).

The rest is water. There are no other inactive ingredients or fillers listed.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

The label doesn't state a purpose we can grade — see each ingredient's own graded uses on its monograph instead.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for this product isn't established in the data we hold. Yucca is used for joint pain, bleeding, and dandruff, but the research backing it doesn't meet the standard needed to rate it as effective — the evidence is insufficient.

Gelatin is listed for several uses including diarrhea, aging skin, and brittle nails, but again, the evidence either falls short or is too thin to support a recommendation. You're essentially trying something with a traditional use but not proven benefit.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Gelatin Yucca

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.

Gelatin is widely consumed in food and generally well tolerated when taken by mouth, though some people report belching, bloating, or stomach discomfort. Allergic reactions to gelatin are rare but possible, ranging from hives and swelling to, in very rare cases, anaphylaxis — particularly in people already sensitized to it through vaccines or other gelatin-containing products.

Yucca is considered low-risk in food amounts, but supplement safety isn't well studied. The safety data advises against it during pregnancy, and it's not recommended while breastfeeding because safety is unknown.

Topical contact with yucca can cause skin reactions in some people, and inhaled yucca dust has triggered allergic rhinitis in others.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Gelatin Yucca

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 2 matched ingredients has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

If you're curious about yucca for joint pain or skin issues and have no known gelatin sensitivity, there's no documented medication interaction risk. But the evidence that it works isn't strong, and safety in supplement doses isn't well understood.

Talk with your pharmacist before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a history of plant allergies.

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

Assessment coverage: 2 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 25, 2013.

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 Yucca, straight from the product label.

Brand Herb Xtra
Barcode (UPC) 777949998001
Net contents 100 Capsule(s); 50 mg
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2013
DSLD ID 17620
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Yucca by Herb Xtra, 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)
UPC/BARCODE
777949998001
IngredientAmount% DV
Gelatin0 NP--
Water0 NP--
Yucca0 NP--

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
General Statements

Yucca filamentosa

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Use: As a Herbal Supplement: 1 capsule 3 times daily with a glass of water.

General

H391900

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See for yourself

Yucca by Herb Xtra label

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Yucca label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Yucca by Herb Xtra

These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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.

Gelatin

No known
interactions
0 NP per serving

Gelatin is a protein made from animal collagen, used as a food, a capsule ingredient, and a supplement for joint, skin, and bone health. For most heal...

Gelatin monograph & interactions

Water

0 NP per serving

Yucca

No known
interactions
0 NP per serving

Yucca is a desert plant traditionally used for joint pain, arthritis, and digestion, and it contains compounds called saponins thought to have anti-in...

Yucca monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Yucca by Herb Xtra Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Yucca. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Yucca, from the product label.

Herb Xtra

See all Herb Xtra products
Name
GOURMET NUTRITION F.B. INC.
City
STE-JULIE
State
QUEBEC
ZipCode
J3E 1Z2
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Yucca by Herb Xtra: Common Questions

Does Yucca by Herb Xtra interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Yucca. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Yucca contains 3 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.
Is this safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Safety during pregnancy isn't supported by the data we hold, and yucca is advised against during breastfeeding because safety is unknown. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized guidance before taking this product if you're pregnant or nursing.
What's the gelatin for if the yucca is the active ingredient?
Gelatin is the capsule material — it holds the yucca powder inside. It's not a filler added for bulk; it's the container itself. When you swallow the capsule, the gelatin dissolves in your stomach.
Could I have an allergic reaction to this?
Most people tolerate it fine, but yes — gelatin can trigger allergic reactions, especially in people already sensitized by vaccines or other gelatin products. Yucca can also cause contact reactions or inhaled sensitivity in some people. If you have a history of plant or gelatin allergies, mention this product to your pharmacist before taking it.
Does this actually help with joint pain?
The evidence for yucca's effectiveness on joint pain isn't established in the data we hold. It has a traditional use, but research backing it up isn't strong enough to make a confident recommendation.
What side effects should I watch for?
With gelatin you might notice belching, bloating, or stomach discomfort. Serious allergic reactions like hives, swelling, or wheezing are rare but possible. Stop and call your doctor if you have any signs of an allergic reaction.

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Yucca label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Yucca’s Ingredients

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

Herb & supplement monograph

Gelatin

Gelatin is a protein made from animal collagen, used as a food, a capsule ingredient, and a supplement for joint, skin, and bone health. For most health uses, the evidence is limited or mixe...

Read the full Gelatin monograph → Herb & supplement monograph

Yucca

Yucca is a desert plant traditionally used for joint pain, arthritis, and digestion, and it contains compounds called saponins thought to have anti-inflammatory effects. Human evidence for t...

Read the full Yucca monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Yucca'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 14 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.

Gelatin 11 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Schwick HG, Heide K. Immunochemistry and immunology of collagen and gelatin. Bibl Haematol 1969;33:111-25. PubMed
  3. Moskowitz RW. Role of collagen hydrolysate in bone and joint disease.Semin Arthritis Rheum 2000;30:87-99. PubMed
  4. Kelso JM. The gelatin story. J Allergy Clin Immunol 1999;103:200-2.
  5. Nakayama T, Aizawa C, Kuno-Sakai H. A clinical analysis of gelatin allergy and determination of its causal relationship to the previous administration of gelatin-containing acellular pertussis vaccine combined with diphtheria and tetanus toxoids. J Allerg PubMed
  6. Sakaguchi M, Inouye S. Anaphylaxis to gelatin-containing rectal suppositories. J Allergy Clin Immunol 2001;108:1033-4. PubMed
  7. PDR Electronic Library. Montvale, NJ: Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2001.
  8. de la Fuente Tornero E, Vega Castro A, de Sierra Hernández PÁ, et al. Kounis syndrome during anesthesia: Presentation of indolent systemic mastocytosis: A case report. A Case Rep. 2017;8(9):226-228. PubMed
  9. Ventura Spagnolo E, Calapai G, Minciullo PL, Mannucci C, Asmundo A, Gangemi S. Lethal anaphylactic reaction to intravenous gelatin in the course of surgery. Am J Ther. 2016;23(6):e1344-e1346. PubMed
  10. Li Y, He H, Yang L, Li X, Li D, Luo S. Therapeutic effect of Colla corii asini on improving anemia and hemoglobin compositions in pregnant women with thalassemia. Int J Hematol. 2016;104(5):559-565. PubMed
  11. Coury JR, Skaggs KF, Marciano GF, et al. Intraoperative Anaphylaxis to the Bovine Flowable Gelatin Matrix: A Report of 2 Cases. JBJS Case Connect 2022;12(1). PubMed

See these in context on the Gelatin monograph →

Yucca 3 references
  1. <p><span>Kanerva, L., Estlander, T., Petman, L., Makinen-Kiljunen, S. Occupational allergic contact urticaria to yucca (Yucca aloifolia), weeping fig (Ficus benjamina), and spathe flower (Spathiphyllum wallisii). Allergy. 2001;56(10): 1008-11.</span></p>
  2. Poljacki, M., Paravina, M., Jovanovic, M., Subotic, M., and Duran, V. [Contact allergic dermatitis caused by plants]. Med Pregl. 1993;46(9-10):371-375.
  3. Mahillon, V., Saussez, S., and Michel, O. High incidence of sensitization to ornamental plants in allergic rhinitis. Allergy 2006;61(9):1138-1140. PubMed

See these in context on the Yucca monograph →

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

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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