Ingredient

Dioscorea Rhizome

Dried yam is a natural remedy that helps support heart and urogenital health.

All medicines
127
Combination
127
Prescription medication
4
OTC medication
123

MFDS ingredient code M040258

What does it do?

Dried yam is primarily used as a natural remedy to improve heart function and enhance digestive and urogenital health. It is classified as an ingredient that aids in heart strengthening and bodily function regulation.

Dried yam supports the function of heart muscles, improves blood circulation, and assists in the normal function of the digestive and urogenital systems. This contributes to overall health maintenance in the body.

Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike other heart tonics or digestive remedies, dried yam is derived from nature and features the ability to regulate multiple bodily functions simultaneously. Additionally, it is distinguished by its positive effects on urogenital health.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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Questions about this ingredient

  • QWhat is the benefit of medications that contain mountain yam?

    Sanya is introduced in the ingredient description as a natural herbal remedy used to improve heart function and promote gastrointestinal and urogenital health. It has the characteristic of regulating several bodily functions, and the efficacy claims may differ by product, so please check the relevant product information.

    Answers 1 · 2026.09.14

For anything that needs medical judgment, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.