Maca Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by plnt
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 plnt with 2 active ingredients. 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 plnt
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 2 ingredients, both of which are organic maca root. Maca is a plant grown in the Andes, traditionally used as a food.
The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose.
Does it work?
No specific claim
The evidence we hold doesn't establish that maca works for any of the uses it's marketed for — including irregular periods (amenorrhea), low red blood cell counts (anemia of chronic disease), sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, or bone strength (osteoporosis). For all of these, the data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it one way or the other.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means rigorous studies haven't settled the question yet.
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. One concern: fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.
Because there isn't enough safety data on maca in supplement amounts, the safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product fits your situation 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.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula marketed for general wellness rather than one specific gradeable purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're curious about maca and have no pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns, no interactions are documented in our data. The catch: we don't have strong evidence it works for what it's marketed to do.
Before you start, check with your own doctor or pharmacist to make sure it's right for you and your medications.
Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI
Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 20, 2017.
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 | plnt |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766536030187 |
| Net contents | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Nov 20, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 80441 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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 by plnt, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Maca | 400 mg | -- |
| organic Maca | 100 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Pure living, naturally true
Formula
Lepidium meyenii
Contains raw & gelatinized maca Made with non-GMO Peruvian maca
K Parve K-1604
General Statements
Supports vitality, energy & stamina
Visit www.vitaminshoppe.com or call 1-800-223-1216 for more information and to reorder.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Does Not Contain: Corn, wheat, gluten, sugar, salt, soy, starch, dairy, citrus, fish, animal derivatives, preservatives, artificial colors, artificial flavors or magnesium stearate.
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.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) vegetarian capsule, 1-2 times per day, preferably with meals.
Precautions
Warning: Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Tamper Evident: Do not use if outer seal is broken or missing.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Seals/Symbols
K Parve K-1604
General
Item No. VS-3018 2061497 HR 28
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Maca by plnt 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 plnt
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetarian Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Organic 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...
Organic Maca monograph & interactionsOrganic 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...
Organic Maca monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca by plnt 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.
plnt
See all plnt products- Name
- Vitamin Shoppe, Inc.
- City
- Secaucus
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07094
- Phone Number
- 1-800-223-1216
- Web Address
- www.vitaminshoppe.com
Maca by plnt: Common Questions
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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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