Maca Gold Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by NutriGold
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Gold 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 Gold is a dietary supplement by NutriGold 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 Gold by NutriGold
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
Maca Gold is a single-ingredient supplement: maca powder. It's the whole list—one active ingredient, no fillers or other additions.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for maca is too limited right now to say whether it works. The data we hold rates it insufficient reliable evidence for amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the studies so far haven't been strong enough to draw a solid conclusion either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when you use it as a food, but how safe it is as a long-term supplement hasn't been studied well. The safety data advises against maca during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know either way.
One caution: eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain, so stick with the processed powder form.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the maca powder in this product. That said, it's still worth confirming with your own pharmacist or doctor before you start, particularly if you take anything regularly.
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 Gold is a straightforward single-ingredient powder with no documented drug interactions. The evidence for what it does isn't established yet, and safety data in pregnancy and breastfeeding is thin.
If you're curious about it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first — especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or thinking about it for a specific health reason.
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 Mar 22, 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 Gold, straight from the product label.
| Brand | NutriGold |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 811762020423 |
| Net contents | 1 Pound(s); 454 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2023 |
| DSLD ID | 275794 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Gold by NutriGold, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca, Powder | 1750 mg | -- |
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Formulation
Organic, non-GMO verified Peruvian Maca powder processed without chemical solvents for exceptional purity and gelatinized for easier digestion.
Organic, non-GMO verified Peruvian Maca powder processed without chemical solvents for exceptional purity and gelatinized for easier digestion.
Health Benefits: Supports energy, endurance, sexual vigor, and emotional wellness.
Verified free of corn, egg, gluten, milk, peanut, shellfish, and soy allergens by an independent lab. Manufactured without magnesium stearate, stearic acid, silicon dioxide, or chemical preservatives.
Organic & non-GMO
Organic & non-GMO
Tru-Id Certified Peruvian-sourced Gelatinized for easier digestion
Certified Vegan vegan.org
USDA Organic
Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Soy -free
Certified organic by SCS Global Services.
General Statements
To learn more about this product, scan QR code or visit nutrigold.com/item/2042
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Certified Vegan vegan.org Certified Authentic Tru-ID USDA Organic Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org
Ko Kosher Service
Formula
Ko Kosher Service
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, adults mix 1.75 g(approximately 1/3 of a teaspoon) briskly into smoothies, shakes, tea, cereal, salad dressings, or yogurt, or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
Caution: Please consult a healthcare professional before taking this supplement if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in original container away from moisture and direct sunlight.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statements has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Maca Gold by NutriGold 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 Gold by NutriGold
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1.75 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container255 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca, 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, Powder monograph & interactionsMaca Gold by NutriGold Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Gold. 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 Gold, from the product label.
NutriGold
- Name
- NutriGold Inc.
- City
- Orem
- State
- UT
- ZipCode
- 84057
- Phone Number
- (800) 476-3542
- Web Address
- www.nutrigold.com
Maca Gold by NutriGold: 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 Gold’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maca Gold'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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