Maca Root Powder 4:1 Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by PureBulk.com
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca Root Powder 4:1 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 Powder 4:1 is a dietary supplement by PureBulk.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 Powder 4:1 by PureBulk.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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: maca root extract in a 4:1 concentration, which means the extract is made by processing four parts of the original maca root down to one part. Maca is a plant from the Andes traditionally used in food.
The powder form makes it easy to mix into drinks or food. There are no other inactive ingredients listed.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca is thin across the board. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (skipped or missing periods), anemia, antidepressant-related sexual side effects, athletic performance, and bone health.
That means the studies either don't exist, aren't strong enough, or don't give us a clear answer either way. If you're considering maca for one of these reasons, talk with your doctor about whether it makes sense for you or what alternatives might be better studied.
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 formally studied — so we don't have years of data behind regular use at supplement doses. Fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.
The safety data advises against maca during pregnancy and while breastfeeding, so if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, skip this product and talk with your doctor or midwife about what's right for you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for maca root extract in our data. That said, if you take any prescription medications — especially hormonal birth control, diabetes drugs, or blood pressure drugs — it's worth confirming with your doctor or pharmacist that adding this supplement won't interfere with them.
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 might appeal to you if you're interested in traditional Andean nutrition or want to experiment with a food-derived powder. But the evidence for its health benefits is inconclusive, and long-term safety data is lacking.
Steer clear if you're pregnant or breastfeeding. Before you start, run your medications through the checker on this page, and have a quick chat with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it fits your health plan.
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 Jun 25, 2013.
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 Powder 4:1, straight from the product label.
| Brand | PureBulk.com |
|---|---|
| Net contents | 100 g; 3.53 oz. |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jun 25, 2013 |
| DSLD ID | 23158 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca Root Powder 4:1 by PureBulk.com, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
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General Statements
Derived from Lepidium meyenii (Maca root)
US Standard Measuring Spoons Spoon Size (level) milligrams 1/4 teaspoon 601 1/2 teaspoon 1202 1 teaspoon 2405
Storage
Storage: Keep dry, cool & dark
Formulation
Free of: sugar, soy, dairy, yeast, gluten, corn and additives.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement, take 1000 mg (scant 1/2 tsp) three times daily, or as directed by physician.
Precautions
Warning: This product is not intended for use by those with a serious medical condition or pregnant or lactating women.
Consult your physician before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
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.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Maca Root Powder 4:1 by PureBulk.com 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 Powder 4:1 by PureBulk.com
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1000 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container100 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: None. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca Root Powder 4:1 by PureBulk.com Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca Root Powder 4:1. 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 Powder 4:1, from the product label.
PureBulk.com
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- PureBulk.com
- City
- Roseburg
- State
- OR
- ZipCode
- 97471
- Phone Number
- (541) 679-1500
- Web Address
- PureBulk.com
Maca Root Powder 4:1 by PureBulk.com: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca Root Powder 4:1’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 Powder 4:1'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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