Maca 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Swanson
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 Swanson 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 Swanson
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 root extract, a concentrated form of maca, a plant used traditionally in South American cuisine and folk medicine. The capsule itself is made with gelatin, magnesium stearate (a flow agent), and silica — all standard inactive ingredients that help hold the supplement together and keep it flowing smoothly through the manufacturing line.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for maca doesn't give us a clear answer yet. We hold data on several uses — amenorrhea (missed periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis — but for all of them the evidence is currently insufficient to rate whether it really works.
That doesn't mean it doesn't; it means we don't have enough reliable research to say either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when eaten as a food, but long-term safety in supplement doses hasn't been studied thoroughly. One caution: eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data to recommend it — the data advises against it. Breastfeeding safety also isn't well established, so you'd want to avoid it then too.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for maca. That said, absence of documented interactions isn't a guarantee none exist — if you're on medications, a quick conversation with your pharmacist is always smart.
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 might appeal to you if you're interested in traditional herbal options, but know that the evidence for whether it works isn't solid yet. Pregnant or breastfeeding?
This one's best avoided. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're on any medications or have a condition you're hoping it might help.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 25, 2019.
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.
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 500 mg by Swanson, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca root extract | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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.
General Statements
Supports sexual health for men and women Boosts antioxidant activity Supports hormonal health Science-Backed Quality Since 1969
Sexual Health
Made in Canada
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day with water.
Precautions
Warning: For adults only.
Consult your physician before using this or any product if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or if you have a medical condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if seal is broken.
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.
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
General
SWP011 Rev 0 03 28 18
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Maca 500 mg by Swanson 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 Swanson
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 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: Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca 500 mg by Swanson 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.
Swanson
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- Swanson Health Products
- City
- Fargo
- State
- ND
- ZipCode
- 58104
- Phone Number
- 1-800-437-4148
- Web Address
- swanson.com
Maca 500 mg by Swanson: Common Questions
Does Maca 500 mg by Swanson interact with any medications?
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Where does this information come from?
Is maca safe to take while pregnant?
Can I take maca while breastfeeding?
Does maca actually work for sexual dysfunction or low energy?
What side effects might I notice?
Why is maca called a root extract if the bottle says 500 mg?
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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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