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Yucca Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by New Sun

Yucca Root 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 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 No known interaction

Yucca Root is a dietary supplement by New Sun with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for joint pain and arthritis, digestive health, high cholesterol.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 Root by New Sun

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

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: yucca. The capsules also hold gelatin, magnesium stearate, and stearic acid as inactive ingredients—these are binders and flow agents that help hold the capsule together.

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

This is a single-ingredient Yucca product and its label doesn't state a use — see Yucca's own graded uses on its monograph.

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 yucca isn't established in the data we hold. It's been studied for bleeding, joint pain, and dandruff, but the research wasn't reliable enough to rate whether it actually works for any of those.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient 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 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.

Yucca is generally considered low-risk in food amounts, but how safe it is as a supplement hasn't been well studied. The safety notes we have raise a caution: not enough information is available, so it's best avoided during pregnancy.

Safety while breastfeeding is unknown, so avoid it then too. Some people may react to yucca—environmental exposure has triggered allergic rhinitis in a small number of people who were sensitized to the plant, and topical contact can cause skin reactions in those who are sensitive.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient 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 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for yucca in our data. That's not a guarantee no interactions exist—just that this ingredient hasn't been systematically studied against medications.

Check your specific drugs with the tool on this page before you start.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Since the evidence for yucca's effectiveness isn't established and safety data is limited, this is a supplement to discuss with your pharmacist before you start, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a known plant sensitivity. It's best to get personalized advice before trying it.

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 Aug 24, 2012.

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 Root, straight from the product label.

Brand New Sun
Barcode (UPC) 46-5
Net contents 100 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 24, 2012
DSLD ID 11654
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Yucca Root by New Sun, 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:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
100
UPC/BARCODE
46-5
IngredientAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrates0.4 g1%
Yucca500 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid

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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.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, take two capsule with a meals three times daily. For advanced use, take two capsules three times a day. Do not excced six capsules daily.

Precautions

Do not use if safety seal is missing or broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, or experiencing health issues, consult your doctor before use.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

General

Product No. 46-5 V 2.0

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formulation

This product does not contain: sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, egg, milk, shellfish or preservatives.

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See for yourself

Yucca Root by New Sun label

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Yucca Root label

Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Yucca Root by New Sun

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

Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Yucca

No known
interactions
500 mg 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

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Yucca Root by New Sun Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Yucca Root. 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 Root, from the product label.

New Sun

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Name
New Sun
City
Hendersonville
State
NC
ZipCode
28792
Phone Number
1-800-544-0777
Web Address
www.newsun.net
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Yucca Root by New Sun: Common Questions

Does Yucca Root by New Sun interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Yucca Root. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Yucca Root 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.
Is yucca safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it. There isn't enough information to know whether yucca is safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in either situation.
Can yucca help with joint pain?
The research on yucca for joint pain wasn't reliable enough to rate it, so we can't say whether it works. Your pharmacist can help you weigh this against other options.
What are the side effects?
Yucca is generally well tolerated in food amounts. Some people who are sensitive to the plant have developed allergic reactions—like allergic rhinitis from environmental exposure or skin reactions from direct contact—but these are less common with oral supplements.
Is this product vegetarian?
The capsules are made of gelatin, which is typically animal-derived, so this product is not vegetarian. Check the label or contact the manufacturer if you need a plant-based alternative.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

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Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Yucca Root’s Ingredients

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

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 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 3 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.

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 →

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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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