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Dietary supplement

Maca Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

Powder Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Maca Extract is a dietary supplement by Herbadiet 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 by Herbadiet

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: maca root extract powder. It's derived from the maca plant root and is meant to be taken as a supplement powder.

There are no inactive ingredients listed.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Maca's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: supports reproductive health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Male infertility, Sexual desire, Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, Postmenopausal conditions, Amenorrhea, Female fertility — and 2 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Amenorrhea (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, Postmenopausal conditions, Sexual desire, Male infertility.

The data we hold shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate maca root extract for any of the conditions listed — amenorrhea (missed periods), anemia, antidepressant-related sexual side effects, athletic performance, or bone health. That means the research is too thin or mixed right now to say whether it works for these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Maca

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied thoroughly. Eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information on either front.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Maca

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. Still, if you take any medications at all, it's worth confirming there's nothing unusual about maca and your specific drugs before you start.

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.

Maca is a traditional food supplement with no documented interactions in our data, but the evidence for what it actually does is incomplete. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or thinking of taking it for a specific health reason, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist first — they can help you weigh whether it makes sense for your situation.

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 Feb 25, 2021.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Maca Extract, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbadiet
Net contents 0 Not Present
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 25, 2021
DSLD ID 244365
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Maca Extract by Herbadiet, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
500 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
1000 mg
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca root extract powder500 mg--

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Label statements
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Formulation

Supports Reproductive Health Standardized Extract Powder

Free of fillers, binders, artificial ingredients, dairy, soy, wheat, gluten, yeast

V Vegan

Ethically Sourced Scientifically Tested Premium Grade Ingredients

Formula

Derived from Lepidium Meyenii Roots

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take up to 1000mg daily, or as directed by physician.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Pregnant or lactating women should consult your physician before use.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool & dark.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

General Statements

Batch No. ARK-P54

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Maca Extract by Herbadiet label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Maca Extract by Herbadiet

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size500 mg Dosage formPowder Amounts shown are per serving.

Maca root extract powder

No known
interactions
500 mg per serving Form: Sterols

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 powder monograph & interactions
Interaction report

Maca Extract by Herbadiet Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Extract. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Maca Extract, from the product label.

Herbadiet

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Name
Arkure Health Care
Street Address
11, Sector - 14
City
Rohtak
State
Haryana
ZipCode
124001
Web Address
www.herbadiet.in
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Maca Extract by Herbadiet: Common Questions

Does Maca Extract by Herbadiet interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Maca Extract. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Maca Extract contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will maca work for low energy or sexual function?
The evidence we hold rates maca as insufficiently studied for athletic performance and antidepressant-related sexual dysfunction — meaning we don't have enough reliable data to say yes or no. Talk with your doctor about whether it's worth a try for your situation.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against it during pregnancy and while breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe. Work with your doctor or pharmacist on this one.
What are the side effects?
Maca is generally well tolerated, but eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people. Long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied thoroughly, so that's something to keep in mind.
Is this product a filler-free powder?
Yes — there are no inactive ingredients listed for this product, so it's maca root extract powder and nothing else.

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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Extract’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Maca Extract'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.

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
  1. 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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