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Dietary supplement

Black Maca Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by We Like Vitamins

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Black Maca is a dietary supplement by We Like Vitamins with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for low libido and sexual function, energy and stamina, menopause symptoms.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.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Black Maca by We Like Vitamins

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

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: maca extract. Maca is a root vegetable native to Peru that's been used traditionally as a food and supplement.

The capsule itself is made from gelatin and rice powder, which are inactive ingredients that help deliver the maca.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
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
Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: sexual performance, health, strength, stamina, and energy.
  • We looked for evidence on: Sexual desire, Fatigue, Athletic performance, Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), libido, stamina — and 1 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Fatigue, Sexual desire.

The evidence we hold on maca extract doesn't establish clear effectiveness for any of the conditions it's marketed for — including amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and bone health. All of these ratings fall under insufficient reliable evidence, which means the research so far hasn't been robust enough to say whether it works.

If you're considering it for one of these reasons, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current science shows and whether it's worth a trial.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Maca

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.

Maca extract is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been thoroughly studied, so we don't have complete data on how it behaves over months or years at supplement doses. One thing to note: consuming fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain, so stick with the processed extract in this capsule.

The safety data we hold advises against maca in supplement amounts during pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or nursing.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Maca

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 in our data for maca extract with any medications. This doesn't mean interactions can't happen — it means we have no monograph data showing them — so it's still smart to mention this product to your doctor or pharmacist before you take it, particularly if you're on prescription drugs.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Black Maca may appeal to you if you're drawn to traditional plant supplements, but the evidence for specific health benefits isn't established yet. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing a chronic condition, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting — especially if you want to make sure it won't interfere with anything else you're taking.

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 Mar 25, 2021.

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 Black Maca, straight from the product label.

Brand We Like Vitamins
Barcode (UPC) X0020VSRP3
Net contents 200 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 25, 2021
DSLD ID 244173
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 Black Maca by We Like Vitamins, 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)
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
X0020VSRP3
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca extract1600 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Rice powder

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: For adults, take one (1) capsule daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional. As a reminder, always discus all supplements with your health care provider.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications, have or have had a health condition, or planning a medical procedure, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.

Keep out of reach of children.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid excessive heat or moisture.

Formula

Black Maca 1600 mg equivalent 4:1 extract

Formulation

Helps to support sexual performance & health Helps to support strength, stamina, & energy

Zero: preservatives, artificial colors, artificial flavors, yeast, corn, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, salt, sodium, soy, sugar, gluten, starch, or wheat.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

General Statements

Vitamin angels proud supporter Every item you purchase from us helps to provide life-changing vitamins to a mother or child in need. Thank you!

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Black Maca by We Like Vitamins label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Black Maca by We Like Vitamins

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

Maca extract

No known
interactions
1600 mg per serving

Maca is a nutrient-rich Andean root often used for energy, libido, and menopause symptoms. Early studies suggest it may modestly help sexual desire an...

Maca extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Rice powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Black Maca by We Like Vitamins Drug Interactions

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

We Like Vitamins

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Name
We Like Vitamins
Street Address
7125 Headley St. #51
City
Ada
State
MI
ZipCode
49301
Web Address
welikevitamins.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Black Maca by We Like Vitamins: Common Questions

Does Black Maca by We Like Vitamins interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Black Maca. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Black Maca 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 maca safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data we hold advises against maca extract during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe at supplement doses. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice if you're pregnant, planning to be, or nursing.
What does maca extract actually do?
The evidence for maca's effectiveness isn't established for the conditions it's marketed for — including sexual function, energy, athletic performance, and bone health. The research so far hasn't been strong enough to say whether it works, so you're essentially trying it on a hunch.
Can maca cause side effects?
Maca extract in supplement form is generally well tolerated. One caveat: consuming fresh, uncooked maca can cause stomach pain, but this product is a processed extract, so that's less of a concern. Long-term safety at supplement doses hasn't been studied thoroughly, though.
What's in this besides maca?
The capsule contains gelatin and rice powder, which are inactive ingredients that help hold and deliver the maca. There are no other active ingredients.
Do I need to worry about maca interacting with my medications?
No interactions are documented in our data for maca extract with any medications. That said, absence of documented interactions isn't a guarantee none exist, so mention this product to your own doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you take prescription drugs.

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The Full Monographs Behind Black Maca’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Black Maca'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 1 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.

Maca 1 reference
  1. Valerio, L. G., Jr. and Gonzales, G. F. Toxicological aspects of the South American herbs cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa) and Maca (Lepidium meyenii) : a critical synopsis. Toxicol.Rev 2005;24(1):11-35. PubMed

See these in context on the Maca 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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