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Dietary supplement

Maca Root 750 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nutricost

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

Maca Root 750 mg is a dietary supplement by Nutricost 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 750 mg by Nutricost

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

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 750 mg per capsule. Maca is a plant root used traditionally as a food and supplement.

The capsule itself is made with hypromellose, an inactive ingredient that holds the powder together.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
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 assessable

This is a single-ingredient Maca product and its label doesn't state a use — see Maca's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence we hold for maca is not established. For the conditions it's used for — amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis — we have insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether it works.

That means the research so far hasn't given us a clear answer about whether maca actually helps with any of these.

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 when used as a food, but long-term safety data on supplement doses hasn't been studied thoroughly. The main reported side effect is stomach pain, which can happen if you consume fresh, uncooked maca.

The safety data advises against taking maca during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe in those situations.

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 in our data for maca. Use the medication checker on this page to search your specific drugs just to be sure.

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 is a traditional plant supplement with no documented medication interactions, but the evidence for whether it actually works for its claimed uses isn't clear yet. It's generally well tolerated, though long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been well studied.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have concerns about how it might fit into your health plan, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist.

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 Feb 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 750 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nutricost
Barcode (UPC) 702669931465
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 22, 2024
DSLD ID 306333
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Maca Root 750 mg by Nutricost, 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
180
UPC/BARCODE
702669931465
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca750 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily with 8-12 oz of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Formulation

Third party tested

Non-GMO Gluten-free

Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients.

Vegetarian product

Non-GMO Product

Precautions

Warning: for healthy individuals 18 years and older. Keep out of reach of children.

Consult a healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.

Storage

Notice: store in a cool, dry place.

Formula

Maca Root 750mg per serving

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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.

Seals/Symbols

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See for yourself

Maca Root 750 mg by Nutricost label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Maca Root 750 mg by Nutricost

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 container180 Amounts shown are per serving.

Maca

No known
interactions
750 mg per serving Form: Lepidium meyenii

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. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Maca Root 750 mg by Nutricost Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root 750 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 750 mg, from the product label.

Nutricost

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Name
Nutricost
Street Address
351 E 1750 N
City
Vineyard
State
UT
ZipCode
84059
Phone Number
(866) 438-3694
Web Address
www.nutricost.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Maca Root 750 mg by Nutricost: Common Questions

Does Maca Root 750 mg by Nutricost interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root 750 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Maca Root 750 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 this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data advises against maca during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about what you can take instead.
Does maca actually work for sexual dysfunction from antidepressants?
We don't have enough reliable evidence yet to say whether it does. The research so far hasn't given us a clear answer, so don't count on it without talking to your doctor first.
What's the main side effect I should watch for?
Stomach pain is the side effect that's been reported, especially if you consume fresh, uncooked maca. Most people tolerate the supplement form well.
Is maca safe to take long term?
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety at supplement doses hasn't been studied thoroughly, so we don't have solid data on that yet.

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Maca Root 750 mg label
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root 750 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 750 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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