Maca Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Herbadiet
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Extract 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 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
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
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.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
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.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
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.
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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
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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Extract by Herbadiet, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca root extract powder | 500 mg | -- |
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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
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 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 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 root extract powder monograph & interactionsMaca 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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Maca Extract, from the product label.
Herbadiet
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- Arkure Health Care
- Street Address
- 11, Sector - 14
- City
- Rohtak
- State
- Haryana
- ZipCode
- 124001
- Web Address
- www.herbadiet.in
Maca Extract by Herbadiet: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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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 & 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.
- 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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