Maca Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herb Pharm
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca 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 is a dietary supplement by Herb Pharm 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 by Herb Pharm
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. Maca is a plant from the Andes traditionally used for various health purposes.
The liquid form also includes cane alcohol and distilled water as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence on maca for its traditional uses — including amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, and bone health — is insufficient to establish whether it works. The data we hold rates all of these as having insufficient reliable evidence.
That doesn't mean maca is ineffective; it means we don't yet have the research to know either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when used as a food, though long-term supplement safety hasn't been studied. The main side effect reported is stomach pain from fresh, uncooked maca.
Avoid this product during pregnancy — there isn't enough safety data in supplement amounts. There's also not enough reliable information on safety while breastfeeding, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using it if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we checked. That doesn't mean they can't happen — just that none are on record.
Always confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before combining any supplement with your medications.
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.
Herb Pharm's Maca is a single-ingredient liquid extract with no documented drug interactions. However, evidence for its effectiveness on any specific condition isn't established in our data.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, skip it; otherwise, discuss it with your own doctor or pharmacist to see if it fits your health goals.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 22, 2024.
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, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Herb Pharm |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 090700003470 |
| Net contents | 4 Fluid Ounce(s); 120 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 307608 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca by Herb Pharm, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca Root Extract | 673 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use Shake Well Before Using Adults: Add 1 squeeze of the dropper bulb to 2 oz. of water or juice, 3 or 4 times per day. Best taken between meals.
Precautions
Keep out of the reach of children
Storage
Store away from heat & light
Formula
Lepidium meyenii
Maca liquid extract
We prepare our Maca Extract from the dried root of Lepidium meyenii plants which are certified organically grown at an altitude of 12,000 to 15,000 feet in the central highlands of Peru.
Formulation
System restoration Reproductive
Gluten-free
Certified organic by Organic Certifiers
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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Maca by Herb Pharm 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 by Herb Pharm
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.7 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container168 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: Cane Alcohol, Water, Distilled. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca by Herb Pharm Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca. 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, from the product label.
Herb Pharm
See all Herb Pharm products- Name
- Herb Pharm
- City
- Williams
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97544
- Phone Number
- 800-348-4372
- Web Address
- www.herb-pharm.com
Maca by Herb Pharm: 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’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maca'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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