Maca Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root 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 is a dietary supplement by Earth Friend Herb Co. 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 by Earth Friend Herb Co.
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
Low disclosure
This liquid product contains one active ingredient: maca. The ingredient list also includes two inactive substances — alcohol and glycerin — which serve as solvents and preservatives in the liquid form.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for maca's effectiveness isn't established for any of the conditions listed in our data — amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia of chronic disease, sexual dysfunction linked to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis all show insufficient reliable evidence to rate. That doesn't mean maca doesn't work for these purposes; it means the research we have access to isn't robust enough to make a claim either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but its safety as a supplement hasn't been studied over the long term, so we have limited data on how it performs when taken regularly in supplement amounts. 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 either way whether it's safe in those situations.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. That said, if you take any medications, it's worth running them through the tool below or checking with us before you start.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFormula with limited ingredient disclosure with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
If you're curious about maca for general wellness or any specific condition, it's generally well tolerated. But because the evidence for its effectiveness isn't established and pregnancy safety is a concern, talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Feb 23, 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, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Earth Friend Herb Co. |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 1 Fluid Ounce; 30 Milliliter(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Feb 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 323598 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Liquid |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root by Earth Friend Herb Co., sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Use 10 drops 3x daily. Take straight-then drink water.
Precautions
Keep away from children.
Not for use with pregnancy or nursing.
General Statements
An Elijah Free formula
Formulation
All certified organic or wild crafted herbs.
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Maca Root by Earth Friend Herb Co. 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 by Earth Friend Herb Co.
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size10 Drop(s) Dosage formLiquid Servings per container30 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: Alcohol, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root by Earth Friend Herb Co. Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root. 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, from the product label.
Earth Friend Herb Co.
See all Earth Friend Herb Co. products- Name
- Exsula Foods Inc.
- Street Address
- PO Box 44459
- City
- Tacoma
- State
- WA
- ZipCode
- 98448
- Phone Number
- 253-874-9092
- Web Address
- www.exsula.com
Maca Root by Earth Friend Herb Co.: Common Questions
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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’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'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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