Maca Root 525 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Nature's Way
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 Nature's Way 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 Nature's Way
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 525 mg per capsule. Maca is a plant native to Peru, traditionally used as a food and supplement.
The capsule also contains two inactive ingredients — hypromellose and silica — which are fillers and binders that help hold the capsule together.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for maca isn't yet established for most uses we track. The data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (missing periods), anemia, antidepressant-related sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
In short, we don't have enough solid research to say whether it works for these purposes.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been well studied. Fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.
The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe in those situations. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, nursing, or planning to become pregnant.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for maca in our data. That doesn't mean none exist — just that we have no evidence of them.
Run your current medications through the checker on this page to be sure.
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 is a traditional Peruvian plant supplement with limited evidence for the conditions we track. It's generally well tolerated, but long-term safety data is sparse.
If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, skip it and talk with your pharmacist. For anyone else, check your medications with the tool on this page before you start.
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 24, 2025.
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 | Nature's Way |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033674153109 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegan Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 24, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 327992 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root 525 mg by Nature's Way, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Formulation
Traditional libido support Maca has been grown in Peru for thousands of years Traditionally used for centuries for libido support Botanicals are sourced where they grow best Made with the quality you trust
Vegan Gelatin free
Bottled and tested in the USA
Traditional libido support Plant powered
Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Gluten free. No salt, wheat, soy, dairy, gelatin, or artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
Vegan Gelatin Free
General Statements
Explore more products at naturesway.com Bottle made from 50% post-consumer recycled plastic
Brand IP Statement(s)
Copyright 2024 Nature's Way Brands, LLC
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 disease.
Formula
Maca Root 525 mg per serving
Seals/Symbols
Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org
Vegan Gelatin Free
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommendation: Adults take 1 capsule three times daily.
Precautions
If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperatures. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
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Maca Root 525 mg by Nature's Way 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 525 mg by Nature's Way
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, Silica. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root 525 mg by Nature's Way 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.
Nature's Way
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- Nature's Way Brands, LLC
- City
- Green Bay
- State
- WI
- ZipCode
- 54311
- Phone Number
- 1-800-962-8873
- Web Address
- naturesway.com
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
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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