Maca 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca 500 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 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Sunshine 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 500 mg by Sunshine 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, a root powder traditionally used in South American herbal practice. The capsule also holds inactive ingredients — gelatin, microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), and magnesium stearate (a flow agent) — that help deliver the dose.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence behind maca for most uses is thin. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
That means studies either haven't been done, aren't strong enough, or are too few to draw firm conclusions. If you're thinking about maca for any of these reasons, talk it over with your doctor so you can decide together whether to try it and what to watch for.
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 in depth, so approach it cautiously. Fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information to know either way, so if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for maca. You don't need to avoid any particular medication types, but if you take prescriptions and want peace of mind, run your exact drugs through the search tool on this page.
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 500 mg is a single-ingredient supplement with no documented drug interactions. It's generally well tolerated when used as a food, though long-term supplement safety hasn't been thoroughly studied.
If you're considering it for a specific health goal — like better sexual function or stronger bones — your doctor can help you weigh whether the evidence is strong enough for your situation. Pregnant or breastfeeding people should check with their doctor or pharmacist first.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 25, 2015.
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 500 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Sunshine Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 789939100981 |
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 25, 2015 |
| DSLD ID | 49836 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| 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 Maca 500 mg by Sunshine Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate
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FDA Statement of Identity
Directions: Take one to three capsules a day as a dietary supplement.
Herbal Supplement
General Statements
MACA (Lepidium Meyenii Walp) Maca is a root from Peru, rich in potassium and higher levels of calcium than milk. Maca is a natural hormonal balancer with great benefits for men. Maca is popular as a sexual libido enhancer.
From Peru
For mental and physical vigor*
Precautions
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.
Seals/Symbols
PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA
Formula
Lepidium Meyenii Walp
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Maca 500 mg by Sunshine 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 500 mg by Sunshine Naturals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca
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 monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca 500 mg by Sunshine Naturals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca 500 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 500 mg, from the product label.
Sunshine Naturals
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- American Naturavit Inc.
- City
- Miami
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 33166
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca 500 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 500 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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