Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg 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 Extra Strength 4000 mg is a dietary supplement by Futurebiotics 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 Extra Strength 4000 mg by Futurebiotics
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 root extract and powder at 4000 mg per serving. Maca is a root from the Andes that's been used traditionally as a food supplement.
The capsules also contain inactive ingredients — modified cellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — which are standard binders and flow agents.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for maca is limited. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, antidepressant-related sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis.
That means studies either haven't been done, aren't robust enough, or the results are mixed — we just don't have a clear answer on whether it works for these uses yet.
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 thoroughly. The main concern from actual use is stomach pain, which has been reported with fresh, uncooked maca.
The safety data advises against maca during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations — talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing and considering this product.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we could check. That's not a guarantee none exist, so if you have questions about your exact medications, use the search tool 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 root is a traditional food supplement with no documented drug interactions, which is good news if you take medications. But the evidence that it actually works for specific health goals is weak.
If you're curious about it for general wellness and you're not pregnant or breastfeeding, it's low-risk — just don't expect proven results and stay alert for stomach upset.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 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 Extra Strength 4000 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Futurebiotics |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X003KDHRFL |
| Net contents | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 24, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 319859 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg by Futurebiotics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca Root Extract, Powder | 1000 mg | -- |
| Maca, Powder | 4000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Modified Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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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.
General Statements
New
Formulation
Supports energy & stamina Reproductive health
Free of gluten and soy Lab Tested GMO Free
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take 2 capsules daily preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
Warnings: Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a healthcare professional before taking this product if you are taking medication or have a medical condition.
Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional in case of adverse reaction.
Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Protect from light.
Seals/Symbols
Lab Tested GMO Free
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Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg by Futurebiotics 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 Extra Strength 4000 mg by Futurebiotics
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: Modified Cellulose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg by Futurebiotics Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg. 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 Extra Strength 4000 mg, from the product label.
Futurebiotics
See all Futurebiotics products- Name
- Futurebiotics
- City
- Hauppauge
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11788
- Phone Number
- (800) 367-5433
- Web Address
- www.futurebiotics.com
Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg by Futurebiotics: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root Extra Strength 4000 mg’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 Extra Strength 4000 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.
- 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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