Maca 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca 400 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 400 mg is a dietary supplement by Absorb Health 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 400 mg by Absorb Health
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 4:1 extract, a concentrated form of the maca root. The capsule also holds gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), and silica as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for maca is incomplete. Our data shows insufficient evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (absence of periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work—it means the studies to back those uses aren't solid enough yet to be sure.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied thoroughly. One known side effect is stomach pain from fresh, uncooked maca.
The safety data advises against using maca in supplement amounts during pregnancy, and there isn't enough reliable information about safety while breastfeeding—talk with your doctor or pharmacist if either applies to you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That doesn't mean none exist, so if you take any medications, run them through the interaction tool on this page or confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Maca is generally well tolerated, but the evidence for what it does is still being worked out. If you're curious about it for a specific reason—or if you're pregnant or nursing—check in with your own doctor or pharmacist first to see if it makes sense for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Mar 24, 2020.
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 400 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Absorb Health |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 790566991286 |
| Net contents | 100 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 24, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 216064 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca 400 mg by Absorb Health, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca extract | 1600 mg | -- |
| Maca 4:1 extract | 400 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica
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These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
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.
Precautions
Warning: 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 seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store at room temperature with lid tightly closed.
Formulation
Hormone support
No cutting agents
General Statements
Shop at www.absorbyourhealth.com for all your mind, body, and spirit needs.
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Maca 400 mg by Absorb Health 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 400 mg by Absorb Health
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 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 extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca 400 mg by Absorb Health Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca 400 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 400 mg, from the product label.
Absorb Health
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- Absorb Health
- Street Address
- 4705 Southport-Supply Rd., #202
- City
- Southport
- State
- NC
- ZipCode
- 28461
- Web Address
- www.absorbyourhealth.com
Maca 400 mg by Absorb Health: Common Questions
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
The Full Monographs Behind Maca 400 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 400 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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