Maca Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Emerald Labs
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 Emerald Labs 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 Emerald Labs
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, a powdered root. The capsule itself is made from vegetable material.
Maca has been used traditionally as a food and supplement, though long-term safety in supplement amounts hasn't been well studied.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence we hold for maca doesn't support a clear benefit yet. It's been studied for amenorrhea (missing periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction caused by antidepressants, athletic performance, and bone health — but the data on all of these is insufficient to rate how well it actually works.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means we don't have reliable evidence either way in what we've reviewed.
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 established. If you eat fresh, uncooked maca, stomach pain can happen.
The safety data don't support use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so if you're in either situation, skip it and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for maca. If you take medications and want extra reassurance, use the checker on this page or ask your pharmacist.
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 single-ingredient product with no documented drug interactions, which makes it straightforward from a medication perspective. That said, the evidence for what it actually does is inconclusive, and long-term safety in supplement form isn't well known.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have stomach sensitivity, this isn't the choice for you.
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 Jun 20, 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, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Emerald Labs |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 743650002108 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegetable Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 20, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 302615 |
| 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 by Emerald Labs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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Formula
Organic Peruvian Maca Root Powder is thought to be a rich source of phytonutrients with apoptogenic properties which may help to support endocrine wellness.
General Statements
Emerald Labs is family owned and operated since our beginnings in 1996. We are committed to providing your family with additive-free formulas and superior nutrient forms in therapeutic amounts.
Doctor-formulated
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 disease.
Brand IP Statement(s)
Copyright 2021 Emerald Labs, Inc.
Emerald Labs The Additive-Free Company
Formulation
100% Pure Peruvian
Clinical potency
Made with non-GMO ingredients No magnesium stearate Gluten-free
Vegan formula
This product is free of: Corn, milk, salt, yeast, soy, added sugar, wheat, artificial flavors and preservatives.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Adults, take two (2) capsules daily or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal on cap or printed inner seal is missing or broken.
Consult a physician if pregnant, lactating, currently on prescription medication or diagnosed with a medical condition.
Product is manufactured in a facility that processes milk, egg, soy, tree nuts, fish and shellfish.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Maca Root by Emerald Labs 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 Emerald Labs
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca, 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, Powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetable Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root by Emerald Labs 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.
Emerald Labs
See all Emerald Labs products- Name
- Emerald Labs
- Street Address
- 20600 Belshaw Ave.
- City
- Carson
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 90746
- Phone Number
- 800-436-4366
- Web Address
- www.emeraldlabs.com
Maca Root by Emerald Labs: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
Not sure if Maca Root is safe with your meds?
Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.
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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