Maca Root Extract 1600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by tnvitamins
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root Extract 1600 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 Extract 1600 mg is a dietary supplement by tnvitamins 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 Extract 1600 mg by tnvitamins
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, at 1,600 mg per capsule. Maca is a plant root used traditionally and in supplements for a range of purposes, from sexual function to energy and bone health.
The capsule also holds several inactive ingredients — gelatin, vegetable magnesium stearate, silica, and rice powder — that give it shape and stability.
Does it work?
Insufficient evidence
The evidence for maca root extract remains insufficient for us to rate its effectiveness reliably. The data we hold covers several potential uses — amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia of chronic disease, sexual dysfunction linked to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis — but none have enough solid research behind them yet to say it works or doesn't work.
If you're thinking about maca for a specific reason, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist about whether the current evidence supports a trial.
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 studied thoroughly enough for us to be certain. One potential side effect: fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain.
The available data advises against use during pregnancy because there isn't enough safety information in supplement amounts. Similarly, there isn't enough reliable data to say it's safe while breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you in either situation.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for maca root extract. That said, if you're on any medications and want to be extra cautious, check your exact drugs using the search tool on this page and confirm with your pharmacist before starting.
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 extract is a single-ingredient supplement with no documented interactions in our data — but that's not a guarantee none exist. It's generally tolerated, though long-term safety as a supplement is understudied, and pregnancy or breastfeeding are reasons to check with your own doctor or pharmacist first.
The evidence for what it actually does is still thin, so manage your expectations on effectiveness.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 23, 2020.
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 Extract 1600 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | tnvitamins |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 095234262607 |
| Net contents | 90 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 23, 2020 |
| DSLD ID | 217834 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root Extract 1600 mg by tnvitamins, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca root extract | 1600 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Rice powder
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Formulation
Natural herbs Energizing Peruvian herb
Free of: Wheat, yeast, milk, lactose, soy, artificial color, artificial flavor, artificial sweetener, preservatives. Non GMO.
FDA Statement of Identity
Herbal Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) capsule three times daily, preferably with a meal, or as directed by a health care professional.
Precautions
Caution: Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before use.
If you are under medical supervision, please consult a doctor before use. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
General Statements
Reorder tnvitamins.com 800-645-4446
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Maca Root Extract 1600 mg by tnvitamins 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 Extract 1600 mg by tnvitamins
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 container90 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca root extract
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 root extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin Capsule, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Rice powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root Extract 1600 mg by tnvitamins Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root Extract 1600 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 Extract 1600 mg, from the product label.
tnvitamins
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- Total Nutrition, Inc.
- City
- Farmingdale
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11735
- Phone Number
- 800-645-4446
- Web Address
- tnvitamins.com
Maca Root Extract 1600 mg by tnvitamins: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root Extract 1600 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 Extract 1600 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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