Maca Plus Pygeum Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by DC
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Plus Pygeum 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 Plus Pygeum is a dietary supplement by DC with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) symptoms, urinary symptoms in men, prostate health.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 Plus Pygeum by DC
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 Plus Pygeum contains 2 active ingredients. Pygeum extract is derived from the African cherry tree and is used primarily for prostate support in men.
Maca extract comes from a Peruvian root vegetable and has been used traditionally for energy and sexual wellness. The capsules also contain several inactive ingredients — gelatin, vegetable cellulose, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silica — which serve as binders, fillers, and capsule material.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Pygeum extract is likely effective for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the noncancerous enlargement of the prostate that affects many older men. For other uses — including Alzheimer disease, malaria, sexual desire, and psychosis — we don't hold reliable evidence yet.
For maca extract, the evidence we have is insufficient to establish whether it works for amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, sexual side effects from antidepressants, athletic performance, or osteoporosis. It's used in these areas, but the data backing those uses isn't solid enough to rate them.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Both pygeum and maca are generally well tolerated as short-term supplements, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied in supplement form. Pygeum may cause nausea or abdominal pain in some people, though those rates matched placebo in the research we have.
Maca may cause stomach pain if consumed fresh and uncooked, though commercial supplements are typically processed. Neither ingredient should be used during pregnancy — there isn't enough safety data.
For breastfeeding, the safety information is also insufficient, so it's best avoided while nursing. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation before using this product if you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we checked in this product. That said, if you take any medications at all, run your full list through the medication checker on this page or confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
This product may be worth considering if you're a man looking for prostate support, since pygeum is likely effective for BPH. If you're exploring maca for other wellness goals, keep in mind the evidence for those uses isn't established yet.
Long-term safety data is limited for both ingredients, so this isn't one to take indefinitely without checking in with your doctor or pharmacist. Don't use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients 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 Plus Pygeum, straight from the product label.
| Brand | DC |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 25, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 244535 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Plus Pygeum by DC, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Pygeum extract | 40 mg | -- |
| Maca extract | 500 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin, Vegetable Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule twice daily.
Precautions
Tamper Evident: Do not use this product if imprinted foil seal under cap is broken or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Caution: If you are pregnant or nursing do not take this product.
Formulation
FDA Registered Facility (Reg. #1023013) Mfg. under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration for maximum bioavailability.
Gluten free
Nutritionally supports healthy prostate function
Made in USA
Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature: 59 degrees - 86 degrees F (15 degrees to 30 degrees C).
FDA Disclaimer Statement
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.
Formula
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FDA Statement of Identity
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Maca Plus Pygeum by DC 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 Plus Pygeum by DC
These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.
Pygeum extract
No knowninteractions
Pygeum is an extract from the bark of the African cherry tree that is most often used to ease urinary symptoms linked to an enlarged prostate. Some st...
Pygeum extract monograph & interactionsMaca 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, Vegetable Cellulose, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Plus Pygeum by DC Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Plus Pygeum. 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 Plus Pygeum, from the product label.
DC
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- Dee Cee Laboratories, Inc.
- Street Address
- 304 Dee Cee Rd.
- City
- White House
- State
- TN
- ZipCode
- 37188
Maca Plus Pygeum by DC: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Plus Pygeum’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Pygeum
Pygeum is an extract from the bark of the African cherry tree that is most often used to ease urinary symptoms linked to an enlarged prostate. Some studies suggest modest benefit for these s...
Read the full Pygeum monograph → Herb & supplement monographMaca
Maca is a nutrient-rich Andean root often used for energy, libido, and menopause symptoms. Early studies suggest it may modestly help sexual desire and some menopause symptoms, but the evide...
Read the full Maca monograph →Sources & How We Checked
Maca Plus Pygeum'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 4 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.
Pygeum 3 references
- Ishani A, MacDonald R, Nelson D, et al. Pygeum africanum for the treatment of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia: a systematic review and quantitative meta-analysis. Am J Med 2000;109:654-64.. PubMed
- Wilt T, Ishani A, Mac Donald R, et al. Pygeum africanum for benign prostatic hyperplasia. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2002;CD001044.. PubMed
- Andro M and Riffaud J. Pygeum africanum extract for the treatment of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia: a review of 25 years of published experience. Curr Ther Res 1995;56(8):796-817. DOI
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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