Full Spectrum Maca Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Full Spectrum Maca Extract 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
Full Spectrum Maca Extract is a dietary supplement by Planetary Herbals with 3 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for replacing fluids and electrolytes, preventing dehydration during exercise or illness, treating low blood sodium (under medical care).Based on those ingredients, 205 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Sodium. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.
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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Full Spectrum Maca Extract by Planetary Herbals
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains 3 active ingredients: sodium, maca root extract (listed twice), and a handful of inactive binders and fillers like microcrystalline cellulose, sorbitol, and magnesium stearate. Maca root extract is the botanical core here — it's been used traditionally in South America as a food and supplement.
Sodium is added as a mineral component, though the amount per dose isn't specified in our data.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for maca root extract in this product isn't established yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea, anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis — the main claims you might see for maca supplements.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the clinical research isn't there yet to say one way or the other. Sodium has limited usefulness as a supplement outside specific medical conditions like cystic fibrosis (where it's likely effective) and possibly protecting against amphotericin B kidney damage.
For everyday supplementation, it's not something you need to take on purpose.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca root extract is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety data from supplements is thin. A small amount of people report stomach pain from fresh, uncooked maca.
Because there isn't enough safety data in supplement amounts, avoid maca during pregnancy, and do not use it while breastfeeding. Sodium is essential in small amounts — your body needs it — but too much is linked to high blood pressure and heart strain.
Normal dietary sodium is fine, but avoid sodium supplements or very high intake without talking to your doctor first. The rare serious effects of excess sodium include worsened cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease.
Meds to double-check
Moderate interaction found
Before you start, check if you take any of these: lithium (mood disorder medication), blood pressure drugs, corticosteroids (prednisone and similar), didanosine (Videx, for HIV), sodium phosphate laxatives, tolvaptan (Samsca, for low sodium), or any other sodium-containing medications. Altogether, these interactions span 203 individual medications.
A quick conversation with your pharmacist can tell you whether this product works for your regimen.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.
If you don't take lithium, antihypertensives, corticosteroids, or HIV/sodium-related medications, the sodium content here may not be a major concern, but it's still worth checking with your pharmacist. Maca's effectiveness for its common uses isn't proven yet.
This supplement is best thought of as a traditional food extract rather than a treatment for a specific condition.
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Assessment coverage: 3 of 3 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 20, 2017.
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
General information
Key facts about Full Spectrum Maca Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Planetary Herbals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 021078104414 |
| Net contents | 30 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 20, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 80901 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Full Spectrum Maca Extract by Planetary Herbals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium | 5 mg | 1% |
| Maca root extract | 75 mg | -- |
| Maca root extract | 900 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: silicified Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sorbitol, Stearic Acid, modified Cellulose Gum, Silica, Magnesium Stearate
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General Statements
Traditional tonic for stamina and endurance 325 mg
Approved by Michael Tierra L.Ac, O.M.D
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: 3 tablets daily between meals.
Precautions
Warning: Do not use if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Formula
Full Spectrum Maca Extract combines a standardized maca extract with a whole maca root extract to preserve the integrity of the whole herb while delivering guaranteed amounts of important constituents.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
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.
General
PF0441 REV A132
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Full Spectrum Maca Extract by Planetary Herbals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Full Spectrum Maca Extract by Planetary Herbals
These are the 3 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size3 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container10 Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Sodium
Interacts with205 drugs
Sodium is an essential mineral and electrolyte your body needs to balance fluids, support nerves, and help muscles work. Most people in modern diets g...
Sodium monograph & interactionsMaca root extract
No knowninteractions
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 root extract monograph & interactionsMaca root extract
No knowninteractions
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 root extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Silicified Microcrystalline Cellulose, Sorbitol, Stearic Acid, Modified Cellulose Gum, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Full Spectrum Maca Extract by Planetary Herbals Drug Interactions
HelloPharmacist Interaction Report
Planetary Herbals Full Spectrum Maca Extract contains sodium, which interacts with a number of medications.
The most serious concern is lithium — high sodium intake can reduce lithium levels in your blood, but cutting back on sodium can spike them dangerously high and cause toxicity. This is a Moderate severity interaction that needs real attention if you're on lithium.
Read the full breakdown — every affected drug type, severity by severity
Sodium in this product can also reduce how well blood pressure medications (antihypertensives) work by raising your blood pressure, and it may worsen the sodium-retaining effects of corticosteroids. If you take didanosine (an HIV medication), sodium phosphate laxatives, tolvaptan (for low sodium), or other sodium-containing drugs, extra sodium from supplements adds to your total and increases the risk of dangerously high sodium levels in your blood.
All of these are Moderate severity interactions.
Maca root extract, which makes up the bulk of this product, has no known drug interactions documented in our data. However, run your exact medications through the checker below before you start — sodium touches a lot of different drug types, and your pharmacist can flag any conflicts with what you're actually taking.
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Individual Drug Interactions
The ingredients in Full Spectrum Maca Extract interact with 205 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.
1 of the 3 ingredients in Full Spectrum Maca Extract interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Sodium
LabetalolNormodyne, Trandate
How Labetalol interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Labetalol interactionLercanidipine HydrochlorideZanidip
How Lercanidipine Hydrochloride interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Lercanidipine Hydrochloride interactionLevamlodipineConjupri
How Levamlodipine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Levamlodipine interactionLisinoprilPrinivil, Qbrelis, Zestril
How Lisinopril interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Lisinopril interactionLithium Carbonate (prescription Drug)Eskalith, Lithium Carbonate
How Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumLithium Moderate
Interaction Summary
Altering dietary intake of sodium might alter the levels and clinical effects of lithium.
Read the full Sodium + Lithium Carbonate (prescription Drug) interactionLosartan PotassiumCozaar
How Losartan Potassium interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Losartan Potassium interactionMacitentanOpsumit
How Macitentan interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Macitentan interactionMacitentan, TadalafilOpsynvi
How Macitentan, Tadalafil interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Macitentan, Tadalafil interactionMannitolBronchitol, Osmitrol
How Mannitol interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Mannitol interactionMecamylamineInversine
How Mecamylamine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Mecamylamine interactionMethazolamideNeptazane
How Methazolamide interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Methazolamide interactionMethyclothiazideAquatensen, Enduron
How Methyclothiazide interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Methyclothiazide interactionMethyclothiazide, PargylineEutron
How Methyclothiazide, Pargyline interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Methyclothiazide, Pargyline interactionMethyclothiazide, ReserpineDiutensen-R
How Methyclothiazide, Reserpine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Methyclothiazide, Reserpine interactionMethyldopaAldomet, Methyldopa
How Methyldopa interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Methyldopa interactionMethylprednisoloneMedrol, Medrol Dosepak
How Methylprednisolone interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumCorticosteroids Moderate
Interaction Summary
Concomitant use of mineralocorticoids and some glucocorticoids with sodium supplements might increase the risk of hypernatremia.
Read the full Sodium + Methylprednisolone interactionMetolazoneDiulo, Mykrox, Zaroxolyn
How Metolazone interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Metolazone interactionMetoprololLopressor, Toprol XL
How Metoprolol interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Metoprolol interactionMinoxidilLoniten, Minoxidil, Rogaine
How Minoxidil interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Minoxidil interactionMoexiprilUnivasc
How Moexipril interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Moexipril interactionMoxonidinePhysiotens
How Moxonidine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Moxonidine interactionNadololCorgard, Nadolol
How Nadolol interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nadolol interactionNebivololBystolic, Nebilet
How Nebivolol interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nebivolol interactionNebivolol Hydrochloride, ValsartanByvalson
How Nebivolol Hydrochloride, Valsartan interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nebivolol Hydrochloride, Valsartan interactionNicardipineCardene, Cardene IV, Cardene SR
How Nicardipine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nicardipine interactionNifedipineAdalat, Adalat CC, Adalat LA, Adalat PA, Adalat Retard, Adalat XL +15 more
How Nifedipine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nifedipine interactionNimodipineNimotop, Nymalize
How Nimodipine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nimodipine interactionNisoldipineSular
How Nisoldipine interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nisoldipine interactionNitroprussideNitropress
How Nitroprusside interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Nitroprusside interactionOlmesartan MedoxomilBenicar, Olmesartan Medoxomil
How Olmesartan Medoxomil interacts with Full Spectrum Maca Extract — through 1 ingredient. Tap an ingredient for the detail:
SodiumAntihypertensive Drugs Moderate
Interaction Summary
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
Read the full Sodium + Olmesartan Medoxomil interactionEach ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects
For each ingredient in Full Spectrum Maca Extract with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.
Sodium
Antihypertensive Drugs
Theoretically, a high intake of dietary sodium might reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive drugs.
High intake of dietary sodium can increase systolic and diastolic blood pressure. Also, high intake of sodium may necessitate increased use of antihypertensive medications to achieve blood pressure control in some patients, such as those with chronic kidney disease.
Corticosteroids
Concomitant use of mineralocorticoids and some glucocorticoids with sodium supplements might increase the risk of hypernatremia.
Mineralocorticoids and some glucocorticoids (corticosteroids) cause sodium retention. This effect is dose-related and depends on mineralocorticoid potency. It is most common with hydrocortisone, cortisone, and fludrocortisone, followed by prednisone and prednisolone.
Didanosine (Videx)
Concomitant use of didanosine with additional sodium from dietary or supplemental sources may increase the risk of hypernatremia.
Didanosine formulations contain a significant amount of sodium.
Lithium
Altering dietary intake of sodium might alter the levels and clinical effects of lithium.
High sodium intake can reduce plasma concentrations of lithium by increasing lithium excretion. Reducing sodium intake can significantly increase plasma concentrations of lithium and cause lithium toxicity in patients being treated with lithium carbonate. Stabilizing sodium intake is shown to reduce the percentage of patients with lithium level fluctuations above 0.8 mEq/L. Patients taking lithium should avoid significant alterations in their dietary intake of sodium.
Sodium Phosphates
Theoretically, concomitant use of sodium phosphate with sodium supplements might increase the risk of hypernatremia.
Use of high doses (> 45 mL in 24 hours) of sodium phosphate, such as those used for bowel cleansing before surgery, can lead to serious electrolyte disturbances, including hypernatremia. The risk of hypernatremia is highest in the elderly and people with other risk factors for electrolyte disturbances.
Sodium-Containing Drugs
Concomitant use of sodium-containing drugs with additional sodium from dietary or supplemental sources may increase the risk of hypernatremia and long-term sodium-related complications.
The Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR) intake level of 2.3 grams of sodium daily indicates the intake at which it is believed that chronic disease risk increases for the apparently healthy population. Some medications contain high quantities of sodium. When used in conjunction with sodium supplements or high-sodium diets, the CDRR may be exceeded. Additionally, concomitant use may increase the risk for hypernatremia; this risk is highest in the elderly and people with other risk factors for electrolyte disturbances.
Tolvaptan (Samsca)
Theoretically, concomitant use of tolvaptan with sodium might increase the risk of hypernatremia.
Tolvaptan is a vasopressin receptor 2 antagonist that is used to increase sodium levels in patients with hyponatremia. Patients taking tolvaptan should use caution with the use of sodium salts such as sodium chloride.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Full Spectrum Maca Extract, from the product label.
Planetary Herbals
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- Planetary Herbals, LLC
- Street Address
- P.O. Box 1760
- City
- Soquel
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 95073
- Web Address
- www.planetaryherbals.com
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The Full Monographs Behind Full Spectrum Maca Extract’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sodium
Interacts with 205 drugsSodium is an essential mineral and electrolyte your body needs to balance fluids, support nerves, and help muscles work. Most people in modern diets get more than enough—often too much—from...
Read the full Sodium monograph → Herb & supplement monographMaca
Maca is a nutrient-rich Andean root often used for energy, libido, and menopause symptoms. Early studies suggest it may modestly help sexual desire and some menopause symptoms, but the evide...
Read the full Maca monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Full Spectrum Maca Extract'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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 39 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.
Sodium 38 references
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