Maca Extract 1000 Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Extract 1000 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 Extract 1000 is a dietary supplement by Vitamin World 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 Extract 1000 by Vitamin World
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 extract. Maca is a plant root traditionally used in South American cuisine, and the extract concentrates its compounds into supplement form.
The capsule itself is made from gelatin, dicalcium phosphate, and vegetable cellulose — inactive ingredients that help hold the capsule together.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for maca extract is limited. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (missing periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis.
That means studies haven't established whether it actually works for these uses — not that it doesn't, just that the data isn't there yet to say one way or the other.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca extract is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety in supplement amounts hasn't been studied. Raw or uncooked maca can cause stomach pain in some people.
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or nursing and considering this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for maca extract. That doesn't mean none exist, so check your exact medications with the tool on this page or ask your doctor or pharmacist before you begin.
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 Extract 1000 might appeal to you if you're curious about traditional herbal remedies and don't have safety concerns during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Since the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established, set realistic expectations — it's not proven to treat any particular condition.
Before you start, confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist that it fits your health situation.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 22, 2016.
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 Extract 1000, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Vitamin World |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 766443529842 |
| Net contents | 60 Rapid Release Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Sep 22, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 64850 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult Male (18-50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Extract 1000 by Vitamin World, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca extract | 250 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Cellulose, Contains <2% of
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Seals/Symbols
Quality Assured
Brand IP Statement(s)
At Vitamin World we ensure the quality of all of our premium nutritional products, every step of the way. Strict quality analysis at world-class facilities guarantees that all Vitamin World products are at the highest standard of potency and purity.
2016 Vitamin World, Inc.
Nutrition from the source
Formulation
No Artificial Color, Flavor or Sweetener, No Preservatives, No Sugar, No Starch, No Milk, No Lactose, No Soy, No Gluten, No Wheat, No Yeast, No Fish. Sodium free.
Precautions
Warning: This product is intended for use by men and is not intended for use by women.
If you are taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
General Statements
To reorder prod. #52984 www.vitaminworld.com 1-800-228-4533
Concentrated extract
Maca, a Peruvian herb that grows high in the Andes, has been used for centuries. Perfect for men, Maca appeals to the exotic nature in you.
General
PROD. #52984 B52984 02B
Formula
Turn up the heat exotic herb for men
Men’s performance product
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adult men, take one (1) capsule twice daily, preferably with meals.
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Maca Extract 1000 by Vitamin World 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 Extract 1000 by Vitamin World
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 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 extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vegetable Cellulose, Contains <2% of. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Extract 1000 by Vitamin World Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Extract 1000. 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 Extract 1000, from the product label.
Vitamin World
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- Vitamin World, Inc.
- City
- Holbrook
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11741
- Phone Number
- 1-800-228-4533
- Web Address
- www.vitaminworld.com
Maca Extract 1000 by Vitamin World: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Extract 1000’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maca Extract 1000'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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