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 is a straightforward single-ingredient product: one active ingredient, maca, in a 4:1 extract form — meaning the raw herb has been concentrated fourfold. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence on what maca can do is thin. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work for any of these — it means the research isn't solid enough yet to say either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but how safe it is at supplement doses over the long term hasn't been studied carefully. If you're pregnant, the safety data advises against taking it in supplement amounts — there isn't enough information to know it's safe.
The same goes for breastfeeding: there isn't enough reliable information to say it's okay. Fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product.
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.
Hard Rhino's Maca Root is a straightforward extract with no documented drug interactions, so it won't interfere with your medications. The catch is that we don't know much about how well it works for its claimed uses, and long-term safety at supplement doses hasn't been studied.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor or pharmacist first.
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 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) | 798711500314 |
| Net contents | 5 kg; 11 lbs |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 25, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 72171 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), No Allergies, 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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Formulation
-Non-GMO -Gluten free -Allergen free
Allergens: This product contains no soy, dairy, dairy byproducts, eggs, shellfish, wheat, gluten, tree nuts, or sesame seeds.
General Statements
Bulk pail - Best value - Scoop inside - 5000 servings
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 rounded scoop (~1 gram) mixed with 8-12 ounces of water or suitable beverage. Taken 1-3 times daily, preferably with meals or as directed by your qualified health professional.
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 seal is broken.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Storage
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Re-seal inner bag immediately after use to preserve freshness.
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Maca Root 4:1 Extract by Hard Rhino label
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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 container5000 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca
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 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
- 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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What's a 4:1 extract?
Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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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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