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Dietary supplement

Maca 300 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Vitamin World

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

Maca 300 mg is a dietary supplement by Vitamin World 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 300 mg by Vitamin World

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.

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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 at 300 mg per capsule. Maca is a root vegetable traditionally used in South American cuisine, and supplement makers include it for a number of proposed effects — from sexual function to energy and athletic performance.

The capsule also holds inactive ingredients: rice flour, gelatin, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silica. These are fillers, binders, and capsule materials with no active role.

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 and male vitality.
  • We looked for evidence on: Sexual desire, Male infertility, Age-related testosterone deficiency, Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, Athletic performance, Fatigue — and 2 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance, Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Fatigue, Sexual desire, and more.

The evidence we hold doesn't establish that maca works for any of the purposes it's marketed for — including amenorrhea (absent menstruation), sexual dysfunction tied to antidepressants, athletic performance, anemia, or bone health. The rating across all these uses is insufficient reliable evidence to rate.

That means the research either isn't robust enough yet or we simply don't have solid data on file. If you're considering maca for a specific health goal, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist to weigh what the broader research shows.

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 is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied thoroughly. One reported side effect is stomach pain from fresh, uncooked maca, though this product is an extract.

During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data in supplement amounts, so the guidance is to avoid it. The same applies to breastfeeding — there's not enough reliable information to know whether it's safe while nursing.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding and interested in maca, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you.

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. Still, if you take regular prescription drugs or supplements, mention this product to your doctor or pharmacist before starting — they know your full medical picture and can confirm it's appropriate for you.

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.

Maca 300 mg is a single-ingredient supplement with no documented drug interactions and no adverse effects beyond potential stomach pain from raw forms. The evidence for its effectiveness isn't established in the data we hold.

It's generally well tolerated as a food, but pregnancy and breastfeeding call for caution — check with your doctor or pharmacist first if either applies to you.

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 Nov 25, 2011.

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 Maca 300 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Vitamin World
Barcode (UPC) 766443127963
Net contents 60 Rapid Release Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 25, 2011
DSLD ID 2101
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Adult Male (18-50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Maca 300 mg by Vitamin World, 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)
UPC/BARCODE
766443127963
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca Extract300 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Gelatin, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica

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Label statements
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FDA Statement of Identity

HERBAL SUPPLEMENT

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

DIRECTIONS: For adults, take one (1) capsule three to five times daily, preferably with meals.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18.

Storage

Store at room temperature.

General Statements

©2011 Vitamin World, Inc. B12795 04B

300 mg

Heat it Up

MEN’S PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS

MPP

Steamy nights and unchained passion were made for Maca. Maca, a Peruvian herb that grows high in the Andes, has been used for centuries to unlock sensual desire. Perfect for men and women alike, Maca appeals to the exotic nature in you.

This product has been developed, manufactured and packaged by Vitamin World. Our world-class facilities allow us to control exactly what goes into each product. It is your assurance that you are getting the highest quality and freshest products. You have our guarantee!

Formulation

No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium Free.

Seals/Symbols

Quality Assured

General

PROD. #12796 B12795 04B

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Maca 300 mg by Vitamin World label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Maca 300 mg by Vitamin World

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

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

Maca Extract

No known
interactions
300 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: Rice Flour, Gelatin, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Maca 300 mg by Vitamin World Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca 300 mg. 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 Maca 300 mg, from the product label.

Vitamin World

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Phone Number
1-800-228-4533
Web Address
www.vitaminworld.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Maca 300 mg by Vitamin World: Common Questions

Does Maca 300 mg by Vitamin World interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Maca 300 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Maca 300 mg 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?
There isn't enough safety data in supplement amounts during pregnancy, so the guidance is to avoid it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice before taking it while pregnant.
What's maca extract actually used for?
It's marketed for several uses — sexual function, energy, athletic performance, menstrual regularity, and bone health. The evidence we have on file doesn't establish that it works for any of these, though. Your doctor can help you weigh what the broader research shows if you're interested in trying it for a specific reason.
Can maca cause side effects?
The main reported side effect is stomach pain, though that typically comes from fresh, uncooked maca — not from an extract like this one. The supplement form hasn't been studied long term, so we can't rule out other effects.
Are there any fillers in this product?
Yes. Each capsule also contains rice flour, gelatin, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silica as inactive ingredients — these are binders, fillers, and capsule materials.
Is maca safe while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable information on safety while breastfeeding. If you're nursing and considering maca, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.

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The Full Monographs Behind Maca 300 mg’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Maca 300 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.

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

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