Dioscorea villosa
A traditional antispasmodic herb. Note: wild yam does NOT convert to progesterone in the body despite marketing claims.
If you take any medications, review these interactions carefully.
May interact with estrogen-containing medications.
Full contraindication details are available to signed-in users. .
GI upset, headache. Marketing claims about progesterone conversion are NOT supported by evidence.
Full dosage ranges, extraction ratios, and step-by-step preparation instructions for Wild Yam are available to members.
Create a free accountPersonalized Guidance
Our Herbal Support Finder matches you with herbs based on your wellness goals, health profile, and medications.
Sign in and complete your health profile to see safety warnings personalized to your age, sex, medications, conditions, and allergies for this herb.
