Maca 1000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca 1000 mg 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
Maca 1000 mg is a dietary supplement by Best Naturals 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 Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals
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 one active ingredient: maca powder at 1,000 mg per dose. Maca is a root plant that's been used traditionally as a food, and this supplement form concentrates it into tablet form.
The tablet also contains several inactive ingredients — dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide, and pharmaceutical glaze — these are binders, fillers, and coating materials that give the tablet its structure.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca isn't established yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (missed periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, or osteoporosis.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the research so far hasn't been robust enough to draw solid conclusions. If you're considering maca for one of these reasons, talk it over with your doctor about what the current science supports and whether it's worth trying for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety data on the supplement itself is limited. The main thing to watch for is stomach pain, which can happen if you consume fresh, uncooked maca — the powder in this tablet is processed, so that's less of a concern, but it's worth knowing.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety data for maca supplements isn't solid enough to recommend it. The product information advises avoiding it during both pregnancy and lactation.
If you're in either situation and interested in maca, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the maca powder in this product. That said, maca supplement safety hasn't been studied exhaustively, so if you take any medications regularly, it's worth confirming with your own pharmacist before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals is generally well tolerated and carries no documented drug interactions. It's a single-ingredient supplement with a long history as a food, though long-term supplement safety hasn't been thoroughly studied.
The evidence for its effectiveness on specific conditions like amenorrhea or sexual dysfunction remains insufficient. Check with your doctor or pharmacist about whether maca makes sense for what you're trying to address.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 21, 2022.
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 Maca 1000 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Best Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 817716017815 |
| Net contents | 120 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 21, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 270659 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca, Powder | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Pharmaceutical Glaze
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Formula
Maca has been imported traditional food and medicinal plant for over 2000 years. Maca is naturally rich in essential minerals, especially selenium, calcium, magnesium and iron, and fatty acid including; linolenic acid, palmitic acid, oleic acid and 19 amino acids, as well as polysaccharides. Certain research publications indicate that Maca may help support the following: Support male and female reproductive health. Supports healthy stamina, energy and sexual function.
Precautions
Caution: For adults only, if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Storage
Keep in 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.
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA
GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Product
Formulation
Premium formula
3rd party lab tested
No artificial color, flavor or sweetener, no preservatives, no sugar, no starch, no corn, no soy, no egg, no lactose, no gluten, no wheat, no fish, no yeast.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) tablet one to three times daily, or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
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Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca, Powder
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, Powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide, Pharmaceutical Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca 1000 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Maca 1000 mg, from the product label.
Best Naturals
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- Best Naturals
- Street Address
- PO Box 394
- City
- Kenilworth
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07033
- Phone Number
- 1-877-659-6004
- Web Address
- www.shopbestnaturals.com
Maca 1000 mg by Best Naturals: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca 1000 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maca 1000 mg'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 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
- 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
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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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