No known drug interactions for the matched ingredients — not a guarantee none exist. Check your meds →
Dietary supplement

Maca Root Extract (500 mg) Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by BulkSupplements.com

Capsule Category: Botanical
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Maca Root Extract (500 mg) is a dietary supplement by BulkSupplements.com 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 (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: maca root extract at 500 mg per capsule. Maca is a plant native to Peru, traditionally used as a food and supplement.

The capsule itself is made with hypromellose, an inert ingredient that helps hold the powder together.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Maca product and its label doesn't state a use — see Maca's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for maca root extract is currently insufficient to rate. The data we hold doesn't establish whether it works for amenorrhea (missed periods), anemia, antidepressant-related sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis.

In other words, we don't yet have strong enough studies to say yes or no on any of these uses.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Maca

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Maca root extract is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but long-term safety as a supplement hasn't been thoroughly studied. One potential side effect is stomach pain, particularly if you consume fresh, uncooked maca.

The safety data advises against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding because there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Maca

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for maca root extract. That doesn't mean they can't happen, so if you take any medications and want peace of mind, check them against the search tool on this page before you start.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable 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 drug interactions, making it straightforward from a medication standpoint. However, its effectiveness for any specific health goal isn't yet established in our data.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, skip it and talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right 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 Jul 18, 2023.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Maca Root Extract (500 mg), straight from the product label.

Brand BulkSupplements.com
Barcode (UPC) X000TUFQ47
Net contents 300 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 18, 2023
DSLD ID 294880
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.

Supplement Facts

The label details for Maca Root Extract (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
150
UPC/BARCODE
X000TUFQ47
IngredientAmount% DV
Maca Root Extract1000 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose

Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.

Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Brand IP Statement(s)

Bulksupplements.com Clean & pure bulk supplements

FDA Disclaimer Statement

Warning: This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Always consult a physician before taking any dietary supplement.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation

Free of: Added sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, additives

Color may vary

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules up to three times daily, or as directed by a physician.

Storage

Store in a dry, cool place

General Statements

New

See for yourself

Maca Root Extract (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Maca Root Extract (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com

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 container150 Amounts shown are per serving.

Maca Root Extract

No known
interactions
1000 mg per serving Form: Lepidium meyenii Root Extract

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Maca Root Extract (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root Extract (500 mg). This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Maca Root Extract (500 mg), from the product label.

BulkSupplements.com

See all BulkSupplements.com products
Name
BulkSupplements.com
Street Address
7511 Eastgate Rd
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Web Address
BulkSupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Maca Root Extract (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com: Common Questions

Does Maca Root Extract (500 mg) by BulkSupplements.com interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root Extract (500 mg). This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Maca Root Extract (500 mg) contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take maca root extract while I'm pregnant?
The safety data advises against it — there isn't enough reliable information on safety in pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Is maca safe while breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable information to know whether it's safe while breastfeeding, so the data advises against it. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice.
Does maca root extract actually work for sexual dysfunction caused by antidepressants?
The evidence is insufficient to rate. We don't yet have strong enough studies to say whether it helps or doesn't help with this.
Can maca cause stomach pain?
Yes, consumption of fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain. This product is an extract, so the risk may be lower, but it's something to watch for when you first start taking it.
How long has maca been studied as a supplement?
Long-term safety studies of maca as a supplement haven't been done yet. It's been used as a food for centuries, and it's generally well tolerated, but we don't have the long-term data you'd ideally want for a supplement you plan to take regularly.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

Not sure if Maca Root Extract (500 mg) is safe with your meds?

Our pharmacists answer your medication & supplement questions — free.

Ask a pharmacist

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.

Maca Root Extract (500 mg) label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root Extract (500 mg)’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Maca Root Extract (500 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.

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
  1. 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

See these in context on the Maca monograph →

Parts of this content are provided by the Therapeutic Research Center, LLC.

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.

© 2021 Therapeutic Research Center, LLC

Keep exploring