Wild Yam 1:2 500ml

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Key Benefits

  • Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to help relieve gastrointestinal spasms and cramping.
  • May help relieve temporary digestive discomfort associated with smooth-muscle spasm.
  • Traditionally used to help relieve dysmenorrhoea and menstrual cramping.
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Quantified Wild Yam Root and Rhizome Liquid Extract

MediHerb Wild Yam 1:2 is a concentrated single-herb liquid extract prepared from the root and rhizome of Dioscorea villosa.

Containing not less than 15 mg/mL of naturally occurring steroidal saponins, Wild Yam is traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to help relieve gastrointestinal spasms, menstrual discomfort and muscular cramping.

It may also be prescribed to support gallbladder function and provide traditional support during menopause.

This 500 mL practitioner preparation may be prescribed individually or incorporated into a professionally formulated herbal compound.

Wild Yam should not replace medical assessment or prescribed treatment for severe menstrual pain, persistent pelvic symptoms, gallbladder disease, postmenopausal bleeding or ongoing digestive concerns.

Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to help relieve gastrointestinal spasms and cramping.

May help relieve temporary digestive discomfort associated with smooth-muscle spasm.

Traditionally used to help relieve dysmenorrhoea and menstrual cramping.

May support comfort where temporary muscular cramps are present.

Traditionally used to support gallbladder function.

May provide traditional support for symptoms associated with menopause.

Contains not less than 15 mg/mL of naturally occurring steroidal saponins.

Provides a concentrated liquid format for individual practitioner prescribing and professional herbal compounding.

Wild Yam should not be presented as progesterone, natural hormone replacement or a treatment for hormone deficiency.

It should not be described as treating infertility, endometriosis, fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome, arthritis or gallbladder disease.

Practitioner-guided menstrual and menopausal support.

Adults experiencing temporary gastrointestinal or muscular cramping after concerning causes have been excluded.

Women prescribed Wild Yam as part of an individualised menstrual-comfort formula.

Women prescribed Wild Yam as part of a broader menopause-support plan.

Professional herbal formulas supporting digestive spasm and gallbladder function.

Customers requiring a concentrated liquid extract rather than Wild Yam cream, powder, tablets or a multi-herb formula.

Severe or one-sided pelvic pain, heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods, bleeding after menopause, persistent abdominal pain or jaundice requires appropriate medical assessment.

Common name: Wild Yam

Alternative names: Colic Root, Rheumatism Root, Devil’s Bones

Botanical name: Dioscorea villosa

Plant part used: Root and rhizome

Plant family: Dioscoreaceae

Extract ratio: 1:2

Quantified constituents: Not less than 15 mg/mL steroidal saponins

Ethanol content: 60% v/v

Format: Quantified single-herb practitioner liquid extract

Bottle size: 500 mL

Wild Yam naturally contains steroidal saponins, including compounds associated with diosgenin.

Diosgenin can be used as a starting material during laboratory manufacture of certain steroid medicines. The human body does not simply convert Wild Yam or diosgenin into progesterone.

The steroidal-saponin content should therefore be treated as an extract-quality marker rather than proof of hormone-replacement activity.

This product should not be confused with edible yam species, sweet potato, Wild Yam creams, compounded progesterone cream or prescription menopausal hormone therapy.

Wild Yam (Dioscorea villosa) root and rhizome 1:2 liquid extract.

Contains not less than 15 mg/mL of steroidal saponins.

Contains ethanol 60% v/v.

Adults: Take 20–40 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

This is a weekly dosage range and must not be interpreted as 20–40 mL per day.

Follow the current Australian product label or the amount selected by your healthcare practitioner.

Shake well before use.

Measure the prescribed amount carefully.

Dilute the measured amount in a small quantity of water immediately before taking.

Do not take the undiluted 60% ethanol preparation directly from the bottle.

Take only according to the current product label or your healthcare practitioner’s directions.

Do not exceed the recommended or professionally prescribed amount.

Do not increase the dosage because menstrual, menopausal, muscular or digestive symptoms remain present.

Seek professional advice if digestive discomfort persists, worsens or repeatedly returns.

Arrange medical review if menstrual or menopausal symptoms become severe, unusual or begin affecting normal daily activities.

No added gluten or dairy.

Vegan-friendly.

Do not use if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to Wild Yam, Dioscorea villosa, another Dioscorea species or another ingredient in the preparation.

Stop use and seek urgent medical assistance if facial swelling, throat tightness, breathing difficulty, widespread hives, faintness or another serious allergic reaction develops.

Always check the current bottle label where allergies or dietary sensitivities are present.

For practitioner dispensing and professionally guided use.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use.

Professional supervision is recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Do not self-prescribe medicinal amounts of Wild Yam during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Reliable safety information is insufficient to support routine unsupervised use during either period.

Use cautiously if you have gallstones or a history of gallbladder attacks.

Supporting gallbladder function may be unsuitable where a gallstone is impacted or a bile duct is obstructed.

Consult a doctor before use if you have gallstones, bile-duct obstruction, gallbladder inflammation, cholangitis or another diagnosed biliary condition.

Seek prompt medical assessment for severe pain beneath the right ribs, fever, repeated vomiting, jaundice, dark urine or pale stools.

Do not use Wild Yam as emergency treatment for suspected gallstone pain.

Wild Yam should not be described as increasing progesterone, correcting low progesterone or acting as natural hormone replacement.

Do not replace prescribed progesterone, oestrogen, menopausal hormone therapy, hormonal contraception or fertility treatment with Wild Yam.

Do not change or discontinue prescribed hormonal medication without advice from the healthcare professional managing your treatment.

Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you have a hormone-sensitive condition or are being investigated for one.

This includes a history of hormone-sensitive breast, ovarian or uterine cancer, endometriosis, fibroids, unexplained vaginal bleeding or abnormal endometrial changes.

This caution does not mean that Wild Yam has been proven to act like oestrogen or progesterone. It reflects the uncertainty surrounding concentrated products used in hormone-sensitive situations.

Wild Yam may be traditionally positioned for menstrual discomfort, but it should not delay investigation of severe or recurring pelvic pain.

Seek medical assessment for very heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods, pain during intercourse, faintness, fever or sudden one-sided pelvic pain.

Bleeding after menopause is not a normal menopause symptom and requires medical assessment.

Do not use Wild Yam as a substitute for professional menopause care.

Hot flushes, night sweats, sleep disruption, mood changes, vaginal dryness and joint or muscle discomfort may require lifestyle support, medical review or evidence-based treatment.

Research involving Wild Yam cream has not demonstrated that the body converts Wild Yam into progesterone or established it as an effective replacement for menopausal hormone therapy.

Do not apply this oral 60% ethanol preparation directly to the skin or use it as though it were a Wild Yam cream.

Do not use Wild Yam as a substitute for investigation of persistent abdominal or digestive symptoms.

Seek medical advice for severe abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, difficulty swallowing, black stools, blood in the stool, persistent bowel changes or unexplained weight loss.

Muscular cramps may be associated with physical exertion, dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, medication effects, circulation problems or another underlying cause.

Persistent, severe or unexplained muscle cramping requires appropriate assessment.

Reliable medicine-interaction information remains limited.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you take regular prescription medicines, particularly hormonal medicines, fertility treatments or medicines used for a hormone-sensitive condition.

The current product provides an adult dosage only.

Do not give this concentrated 60% ethanol practitioner preparation to a child or adolescent unless an age-appropriate amount has been individually prescribed.

Discontinue use seven days before general anaesthesia, surgery, dental surgery or another invasive procedure unless otherwise directed by the treating medical team.

Tell the surgeon, anaesthetist, dentist and pharmacist that Wild Yam has been used.

Contains ethanol.

Keep out of reach of children.

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Store away from flames, sparks, hot surfaces and other ignition sources due to the 60% ethanol content.

Keep securely out of reach of children.

Follow any additional storage instructions printed on the current Australian product label.

WILD YAM LIQUID FAQSCommon Questions About Wild Yam Liquid Extract
What is MediHerb Wild Yam 1:2 Liquid Extract?

The extract contains not less than 15 mg/mL of steroidal saponins. The 500 mL format is intended primarily for practitioner dispensing and professional herbal compounding.

What is Wild Yam traditionally used for?

Wild Yam is traditionally used in Western herbal medicine to help relieve gastrointestinal spasms, menstrual discomfort and muscular cramping.

It may also support gallbladder function and provide traditional support for symptoms associated with menopause.

Does Wild Yam turn into progesterone in the body?

No.

Wild Yam contains steroidal saponins, including diosgenin-related compounds, but the human body does not simply convert these plant compounds into progesterone.

Diosgenin can be chemically modified into hormones during pharmaceutical manufacturing, which is different from what happens after taking a Wild Yam product.

Can Wild Yam replace progesterone or menopausal hormone therapy?

No.

Wild Yam is not progesterone and should not be used as a replacement for prescribed progesterone, oestrogen or menopausal hormone therapy.

Do not change prescribed hormonal treatment without advice from the healthcare professional managing your care.

Can Wild Yam help with menopause symptoms?

Wild Yam is traditionally used to provide support during menopause and may appear in formulas for hot flushes, night sweats, cramping or related discomfort.

It should not be presented as a guaranteed treatment or hormone replacement. Persistent or severe symptoms should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.

Can Wild Yam help with menstrual cramps?

Wild Yam is traditionally used to help relieve dysmenorrhoea and menstrual cramping.

Severe pelvic pain, very heavy bleeding, bleeding between periods, faintness, fever or sudden one-sided pain requires appropriate medical assessment.

Can Wild Yam help with digestive or muscular cramps?

Wild Yam is traditionally used to help relieve gastrointestinal spasms and muscular cramping.

Persistent abdominal pain or muscle cramps may have another cause and should not be managed indefinitely with a herbal extract alone.

Can Wild Yam be used when gallstones are present?

Professional medical advice is required.

Wild Yam should be used cautiously in people with gallstones because a stone may become impacted or obstruct a bile duct. Severe pain beneath the right ribs, fever, vomiting or jaundice requires prompt medical care.

Can Wild Yam be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding or with hormone-related medication?

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding should occur only under professional supervision.

Consult your healthcare practitioner before combining it with hormonal contraception, menopausal hormone therapy, fertility treatment or medicines used for a hormone-sensitive condition.

How much Wild Yam Liquid Extract should be taken and how should it be stored?

The listed adult dosage is 20–40 mL per week, or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner. This is a weekly amount and must not be mistaken for a daily dosage.

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from flames, sparks and hot surfaces. Store securely out of reach of children.