Maca Root 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root 500 mg 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 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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
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
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.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
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.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
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.
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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
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 |
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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.
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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
Unlock your potential
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.
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Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics label
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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 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 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: Hypromellose, Stearic Acid. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Maca Root 500 mg, from the product label.
Pure Nootropics
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- Pure Nootropics, LLC
- Street Address
- P.O. Box 6827
- City
- Albuquerque
- State
- NM
- ZipCode
- 87197
- Phone Number
- 424-738-0385
- Web Address
- purenootropics.net
Maca Root 500 mg by Pure Nootropics: Common Questions
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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 & 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.
- 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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