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 youtheory Women's 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 youtheory Women's
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
youtheory Women's Maca Root is a single-ingredient supplement: organic Maca powder. Maca is a root vegetable from Peru that's been used traditionally as a food, and in this formula it comes in capsule form.
The product also contains inactive ingredients — a vegetarian capsule, microcrystalline cellulose (a binder), stearic acid, vegetable magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — to hold everything together.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence isn't established in the data we hold for any of maca's uses — including amenorrhea (absent or irregular periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis. We have insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for these conditions, which means there isn't enough strong research yet to say whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but its long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been well studied. The data advises against using it during pregnancy and breastfeeding — there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations.
One thing to watch: fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people, though this product is a processed powder.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the maca ingredient we could check. Still, before you begin taking this product alongside any prescription or over-the-counter medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure there's nothing we've missed.
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 Root might appeal to you if you're interested in a traditional herbal supplement, but the evidence doesn't yet show it works for any specific health condition. Because safety data in supplement amounts is limited, especially during pregnancy or breastfeeding, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — they can help you decide if it's right for your situation.
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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, 2021.
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 | youtheory Women's |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 853244003876 |
| Net contents | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 23, 2021 |
| DSLD ID | 253018 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Women (not pregnant or lactating), Adult Female (18 - 50 Years), Menopause, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root by youtheory Women's, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Maca powder | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Vegetarian Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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Formulation
Superfood & adaptogenic botanical Traditionally used to boost energy Supports female reproductive health Helps alleviate symptoms associated with menopause
Nutrient-dense superfood
Sugar free Dairy free Soy free No gluten ingredients
Vegetarian capsules
Maca | Country of Origin: Peru
Formula
Maca (commonly known as Peruvian Ginseng) is indigenous to the Andes mountains of Peru. This time-tested botanical is revered for its many health-promoting properties. Youtheory Maca Root supplies a potent form of maca that has undergone special processing to preserve nutrients and improve digestibility. This maca is more concentrated than regular maca powders and provides an array of adaptogenic benefits for the body.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: (Adults) Take two (2) capsules twice daily.
Precautions
This product is manufactured in a facility that processes fish extracts.
Usage Warnings: Check with your doctor before using this product if you are taking medication or have any medical conditions. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Not intended for persons under 18. Keep out of reach of children.
Store in a cool and dry place after opening.
Warning: Consuming this product can expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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.
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Maca Root by youtheory Women's 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 youtheory Women's
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Tablet(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Organic 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...
Organic Maca powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Vegetarian Capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root by youtheory Women's 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.
youtheory Women's
See all youtheory Women's products- Name
- Nutrawise
- City
- Irvine
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 92618
- Phone Number
- 1.888.271.8976
- Web Address
- youtheory.com
Maca Root by youtheory Women's: 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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