Maca Root 4:1 Extract Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Hard Rhino
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root 4:1 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 Root 4:1 Extract is a dietary supplement by Hard Rhino 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 Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino
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 in a 4:1 concentration, which means the extract is more potent than the raw herb. Maca has been used traditionally in Peruvian cuisine for centuries.
The product itself has no inactive fillers — it's the extract alone.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence we hold doesn't establish how well maca root works for its commonly claimed uses. For amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia of chronic disease, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis, the research is rated as insufficient to make a reliable call.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the quality or amount of study isn't there yet to say one way or another.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety studies in supplement amounts haven't been done, so there's a gap in what we know. If you eat fresh, uncooked maca, stomach pain can happen.
The safety data is not enough to recommend this supplement during pregnancy or breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in those situations.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredient we could check in this product. That said, run your medications through the checker on this page before you start, just to be sure.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Maca root extract is a single-ingredient supplement with no documented drug interactions. It's generally well tolerated when taken as a supplement, but the evidence for what it actually does is still thin.
If you're considering it for a specific reason — sexual function, energy, or menstrual health — have that conversation with your doctor or pharmacist first to see if it fits 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 Apr 25, 2017.
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 Root 4:1 Extract, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Hard Rhino |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 818132859812 |
| Net contents | 125 Gram(s); 4.4 Oz(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 72653 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (scant ~1/2 tsp) mixed with 8-16 ounces of water or suitable beverage. Taken 1-3 times daily, preferably with meals or as directed by your qualified health professional.
1 Carefully measure out suggested serving size using a microscale. 2 Add to preferred beverage. 3 Mix well. 4 Drink within 10-15 minutes. How to use
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Re-seal zipper immediately after use to preserve freshness.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.
Precautions
Warning: Keep out of the reach of children. Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).
Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).
Always consult with a qualified health physician before taking any new dietary supplement.
Do not use or consume if pressure seal is broken.
Do not use or consume if seal is broken.
Formulation
Allergens: This product contains no soy, dairy, dairy byproducts, eggs, shellfish, wheat, gluten, tree nuts, or sesame seeds.
This is a non-GMO ingredient.
No added fillers
General Statements
Pure powder
Only pure ingredients
Seals/Symbols
Lab tested for purity and quality
Packaged in USA
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Maca Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino 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 Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container125 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca root 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 root extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root 4:1 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 Root 4:1 Extract, from the product label.
Hard Rhino
See all Hard Rhino products- Name
- Guardian Wholesale
- Street Address
- 1607 West Whispering Wind Drive
- City
- Phoenix
- State
- AZ
- ZipCode
- 85085
- Phone Number
- (866) 961-8378
- Web Address
- HardRhino.com
Maca Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root 4:1 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 Root 4:1 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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