Maca Ingredients & Drug Interactions
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 L.A. 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 by L.A. 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
Low disclosure
This product has one active ingredient: selectively imported maca, a Peruvian root traditionally used for fertility and general vitality. The liquid form also contains grain alcohol and deionized water as inactive ingredients to deliver the maca in suspension.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca hasn't yet reached a level we can call reliable. Our data holds six possible uses — amenorrhea (absence of menstruation), anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis — but every one is rated insufficient evidence to rate.
That means the studies so far haven't been rigorous enough to say whether it works for any of them. You'd want to talk with your doctor if you're considering maca for a specific health concern.
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. Eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain.
For pregnancy and breastfeeding, the safety data is too sparse — there isn't enough reliable information to say either way. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, 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 the ingredients we could check. Even so, if you take any prescription medications or supplements, it's worth mentioning this product to your pharmacist.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
L.A. Naturals Maca Liquid is a straightforward single-ingredient supplement with no known drug interactions.
The evidence for its health benefits hasn't been firmly established, and long-term safety data is limited. If you're interested in trying it, check with your doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have an underlying health condition.
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 Jul 25, 2014.
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 | L.A. Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 641356074712 |
| Net contents | 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 25, 2014 |
| DSLD ID | 35179 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca by L.A. Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| selectively imported Maca | 0 NP | -- |
Other ingredients: Grain Alcohol, deionized Water
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
SUGGESTED USE: 20-40 drops in water or juice, 2-3 times daily, or as needed.
Shake well before using.
Precautions
WARNINGS: Keep out of the reach of children.
General Statements
Plant # K-0001604
MADE IN THE USA
FAST ABSORPTION MEDICINAL BOTANICALS SINGLE HERB IN ALCOHOL
500 mg Herb Weight Equivalence
Herb Strength Ratio 1:2
Seals/Symbols
L.a.(TM)
K PARVE
Formula
SINGLE HERB IN ALCOHOL
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
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Maca by L.A. 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 by L.A. Naturals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size0.67 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Selectively imported 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...
Selectively imported Maca monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Grain Alcohol, Deionized Water. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca by L.A. Naturals 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.
L.A. Naturals
See all L.A. Naturals products- Name
- Palko Services
- Street Address
- 4991 W. US Hwy 20
- City
- Michigan City
- State
- IN
- ZipCode
- 46360
Maca by L.A. Naturals: 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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