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Dietary supplement

Maca Root 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Nootropics

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Maca Root 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Pure Nootropics 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 500 mg by Pure Nootropics

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 at 500 mg per capsule. Maca is a plant root used traditionally in South American cuisine and has been studied for a range of potential effects, from bone health to mood and sexual function.

The capsules also contain two inactive ingredients — hypromellose and stearic acid — which are standard binders and capsule materials.

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: mood and reproductive health support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Sexual desire, Postmenopausal conditions, Male infertility, Depression, Fatigue, Libido — and 2 related terms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Maca is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Depression, Fatigue, Postmenopausal conditions, Sexual desire, and more.

The evidence for maca's effectiveness isn't established in our data. We hold insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (missed periods), anemia, antidepressant-related sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis.

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the studies so far haven't been strong enough to draw confident conclusions. If you're considering maca for a specific health goal, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what the current research actually shows.

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 as a food, but its long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied extensively. One thing to know: eating fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain, so cooking or processing — as in this supplement form — is a consideration.

The safety data advises against maca during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations. If you're pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, talk with your doctor before taking this product.

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 for maca in our data. You're still welcome to run your medications through the checker on this page for extra reassurance.

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 Root 500 mg is well tolerated in supplement form and carries no documented drug interactions. It's reasonable for someone curious about traditional uses of maca and willing to take it despite limited evidence of effectiveness.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications, check with your 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 Nov 22, 2024.

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 Root 500 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Nootropics
Barcode (UPC) 854051008382
Net contents 100 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2024
DSLD ID 316586
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics, 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
100
UPC/BARCODE
854051008382
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca500 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Stearic Acid

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Label statements
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Formulation

Always Non-GMO Gluten free Preservative free

Lab tested

Provides support for overall mood and reproductive health Derived from natural sources

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Precautions

Warning: consult with a healthcare practitioner before taking this. If you experience adverse reactions from taking this product, discontinue immediately and contact a healthcare practitioner.

Do not take this if you are pregnant, nursing, or under the age of 18.

Do not take this if you are pregnant, nursing, or under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 1 capsule daily or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

See for yourself

Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics

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 container100 Amounts shown are per serving.

Maca

No known
interactions
500 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 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root 500 mg. 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 Root 500 mg, from the product label.

Pure Nootropics

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Name
Pure Nootropics, LLC
Street Address
P.O. Box 6827
City
Albuquerque
State
NM
ZipCode
87197
Phone Number
424-738-0385
Web Address
purenootropics.net
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Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics: Common Questions

Does Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root 500 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Maca Root 500 mg 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.
Can I take maca if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advises against it. There isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Talk with your doctor before using maca in these situations.
What's maca actually used for?
It's been studied for several things — amenorrhea (missed periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and bone health — but the evidence for any of these isn't strong enough yet to rate it as effective. If you're considering it for a specific reason, your doctor can tell you what the actual research shows.
Will maca upset my stomach?
Fresh, uncooked maca can cause stomach pain. This supplement is processed into a capsule, so that's less likely — but if you have a sensitive stomach, start with a small amount and see how you do.
Is maca safe to take long-term?
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but its long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied. If you plan to take it regularly, that's worth discussing with your pharmacist.

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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root 500 mg’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 Root 500 mg'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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