Maca Root Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Gaia Herbs
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 Gaia Herbs 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 Gaia Herbs
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
Gaia Herbs Maca Root is a single-ingredient supplement containing organic gelatinized maca — a root vegetable native to Peru that's been used as both food and traditional remedy. Gelatinized means the root has been heat-treated to make it easier to digest and absorb.
The capsule itself is made from pullulan, a plant-based film coating.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence on maca for specific health uses isn't established in the data we hold. The product is marketed for several purposes — including amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, depression-related sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and bone health — but our records show insufficient reliable evidence to rate any of these claims.
That doesn't mean maca doesn't work; it means the research either isn't robust enough yet or we don't have access to it in our system.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been studied in detail. One caution: fresh, uncooked maca can cause stomach pain, though this product is gelatinized and processed.
During pregnancy, the safety data in supplement amounts is not adequate — avoid it. Similarly, there isn't enough reliable information on safety while breastfeeding, so it's best avoided then as well.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we could check in this product. That said, if you're on any medications, it's always a good idea to mention this supplement to your doctor or pharmacist so they can review your full picture.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Maca Root may appeal to you if you're interested in traditional Peruvian remedies, but the evidence for specific health claims isn't established in our records. Because it's not well studied long-term as a supplement, and safety data is thin for pregnancy and breastfeeding, those are times to skip it.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this product fits your needs.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2022.
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 | Gaia Herbs |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 60 Vegan Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 23, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 273099 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root by Gaia Herbs, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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General Statements
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Formulation
Energy Support Traditionally for supporting peak performance
Made with organic maca
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth
Product of Peru
Vegan
Gluten-free Soy-free
Formula
Gelatinized Peruvian Maca Root
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use Adults take 1 capsule 2 times daily between meals.
Precautions
Not for use during pregnancy or lactation. If you have a medical condition or take medications, please consult with your doctor before use.
Store away from children.
Use only as directed on label. Safety-sealed for your protection.
Warning: Consuming this product can expose you to lead, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.
Storage
Keep bottle capped at all times and store in a cool, dry place.
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 any disease.
Seals/Symbols
EST 1987 USA Integrity Purity Potency Certified B Corporation
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Maca Root by Gaia Herbs label
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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 Gaia Herbs
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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Organic gelatinized 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...
Organic gelatinized Maca monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Pullulan. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root by Gaia Herbs 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.
Gaia Herbs
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- Gaia Herbs, Inc.
- Street Address
- 101 Gaia Herbs Dr.
- City
- Brevard
- State
- NC
- ZipCode
- 28712
- Web Address
- GaiaHerbs.com
Maca Root by Gaia Herbs: Common Questions
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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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