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Dietary supplement

Maca Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbadiet

Capsule 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. Maca is a plant native to Peru, traditionally used as food and in herbal medicine.

The capsule itself is made from vegetable cellulose, an inactive ingredient that serves as the capsule shell.

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: sexual function, energy, stamina, and hormone health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Sexual desire, Male infertility, Fatigue, Postmenopausal conditions, Athletic performance, Female infertility — and 2 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Athletic performance (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Fatigue, Postmenopausal conditions, Sexual desire, and more.

The evidence we hold rates maca root extract as having insufficient reliable evidence for a range of uses — amenorrhea (absent or stopped periods), anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis. In plain terms: there isn't enough solid research right now to say whether maca actually works for any of these conditions.

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 when used as a food, but long-term safety in supplement amounts hasn't been well studied. One side effect to note: eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain.

The safety data advises against using maca during pregnancy or breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations.

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. That said, run your exact medications through the tool on this page to confirm there's nothing else to watch for.

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 Extract may appeal to people exploring traditional herbal options, but the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established yet. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or take any medications, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it — they can weigh whether it fits your health plan.

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 Nov 19, 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
Barcode (UPC) 880553792870
Net contents 60 V-Cap(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 19, 2021
DSLD ID 257762
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
880553792870
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca root extract300 mg--

Other ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Formula

Maca Root sometimes called as Peruvian ginseng is a powerful remedy for sexual dysfunction and infertility in men & women. Maca is also well known for its ability to deliver energy and clarity.

Formulation

Increased energy, stamina and vitality Healthy hormone levels Functional well being Enhanced brain functions

Natural color variation may occur in this product

100% natural Supports reproductive health

Non-GMO

Suitable for vegetarians and vegans

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

Every batch 3rd party lab tested

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. This product isnot intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Do not use if seal under the cap is broken or missing. Dietary supplement shouldn't be used as a substitute for a varied diet

Caution: If you are pregnant, breast feeding, or taking medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Not for medicinal use

Storage

Store in cool, dry place

Seals/Symbols

fssai Lic. No.: 20817018000147 Vcaps Plus GMP Good Manufacturing Practice Quality Product

Vegan

General Statements

1% for the planet

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions for Use: Take 1 capsule twice a day, preferably with meals or as directed by your physician.

See for yourself

Maca Extract by Herbadiet label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

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 size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Maca root extract

No known
interactions
300 mg per serving

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 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose Shell. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

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
City
Haryana
State
India
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.
Is maca safe to take if I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it — there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether maca is right for you.
Can I breastfeed while taking maca?
There isn't enough reliable information on safety while breastfeeding. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
What does maca actually do?
We don't have evidence rating it as effective for amenorrhea, anemia, sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or bone health. The research so far is too limited to say either way.
Will this give me stomach problems?
Maca is generally well tolerated. One thing to know: fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain — but this product is a processed extract, so that risk is lower.
How long has maca been used?
Maca is native to Peru and has been used traditionally as food and in herbal medicine for a long time. That said, long-term safety in supplement amounts specifically hasn't been well studied.

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Maca Extract label
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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

See these in context on the Maca monograph →

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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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