Maca Capsules Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Capsules 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 Capsules is a dietary supplement by Wise Woman Herbals 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 Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals
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 plant root traditionally used in supplement form. The capsule itself is vegetarian.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca hasn't been firmly established for the conditions it's marketed for. The data we hold rates effectiveness as insufficient for amenorrhea (absent or irregular periods), anemia of chronic disease, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
That means the studies either aren't there yet or aren't strong enough to say whether it actually works for these uses.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but long-term safety in supplement doses hasn't been well studied. The safety data advises against use during pregnancy because there isn't enough information about supplements at higher doses in that setting.
There's also not enough reliable information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding—talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in either situation. One note: fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain, though most maca supplements are processed and dried.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for maca. Still, if you take any medications, run them through the search tool on this page or check with your pharmacist before adding a new supplement to your routine.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Maca is generally well tolerated and has no known drug interactions in our data, so it's a low-friction choice if you're already on medications. However, evidence that it actually works for any of its marketed uses isn't solid yet.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or looking for a supplement for a specific health goal, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist to see whether it makes sense for you.
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 May 24, 2023.
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 Capsules, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Wise Woman Herbals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 748840049949 |
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 284865 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Take 1 capsule 2-3 times per day before meals.
Precautions
Caution: Keep out of the reach of children.
Warning: Cancer and reproductive harm. www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
General Statements
Botanical formula
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Storage
Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight with lid tightly sealed.
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Maca Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Maca Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container90 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: Vegetarian Capsules. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Capsules. 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 Capsules, from the product label.
Wise Woman Herbals
See all Wise Woman Herbals products- Name
- Wise Woman Herbals
- City
- Creswell
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97426
- Phone Number
- 541.895.5152
- Web Address
- wisewomanherbals.com
Maca Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals: Common Questions
Does Maca Capsules by Wise Woman Herbals interact with any medications?
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Where does this information come from?
Will maca interact with my blood pressure medication, birth control, or blood thinner?
Can I take this while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Does maca actually work for sexual dysfunction or irregular periods?
Will maca upset my stomach?
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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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 Capsules’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maca Capsules'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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