Maca Root 525 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root 525 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 525 mg is a dietary supplement by GNC Herbal Plus 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 525 mg by GNC Herbal Plus
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 and tubers powder at 525 mg per capsule. Maca is a plant native to Peru that's been used as a food for centuries.
The capsule itself is made of vegetable cellulose, and the powder is held together with cellulose as an inactive ingredient.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca isn't established yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (absence of periods), anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis — the conditions it's most commonly promoted for.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research so far hasn't been solid enough to say one way or the other.
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. One thing to know: fresh, uncooked maca can cause stomach pain, though this product is a powder so that's less of a concern.
If you're pregnant, the safety data advises against taking maca supplements — there isn't enough information to know it's safe. The same goes for breastfeeding.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the maca root we could check. Even so, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before adding this supplement if you take any regular medications — they can look at your full picture and let you know if there's anything to watch for.
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 525 mg is promoted for sexual function, energy, and hormonal support, but the evidence for those uses isn't established in the research we have. No medication interactions are documented for this ingredient.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, the safety data advises against it — check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're on any regular medications or have any health concerns.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jun 23, 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 525 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | GNC Herbal Plus |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 048107128609 |
| Net contents | 100 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 23, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 74549 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root 525 mg by GNC Herbal Plus, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca root and tubers powder | 525 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose Capsule
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Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Warning: Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Formulation
Vegetarian
No sugar, no starch, no artificial colors, no artificial flavors, sodium free, no wheat, gluten free, no corn, no soy, no dairy, yeast free.
General Statements
Whole herb
Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration.
General
CODE 187812 ARG
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule.
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Maca Root 525 mg by GNC Herbal Plus label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Maca Root 525 mg by GNC Herbal Plus
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca root and tubers powder
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 and tubers powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root 525 mg by GNC Herbal Plus Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root 525 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 525 mg, from the product label.
GNC Herbal Plus
See all GNC Herbal Plus products- Name
- General Nutrition Corporation
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15222
- Phone Number
- 1-888-462-2548
- Web Address
- www.gnc.com
Maca Root 525 mg by GNC Herbal Plus: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root 525 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 525 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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