Macagen Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Genestra Brands
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Macagen 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
Macagen is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands 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 Macagen by Genestra Brands
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
Macagen is a single-ingredient supplement: maca (Lepidium meyenii) root extract, a plant from the Andes traditionally used in food and folk medicine. The capsule itself contains two inactive ingredients — hypromellose and cellulose — which are standard binders and capsule materials with no active role.
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca is still being built. Our data rates it as having insufficient reliable evidence for a range of uses, including amenorrhea (absent menstruation), anemia of chronic disease, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, and osteoporosis.
That means the science isn't clear enough yet to say whether it works for any of these — not that it doesn't, just that we don't have solid proof either way.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca root extract is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term supplement safety hasn't been studied thoroughly, so a few cautions apply. Avoid it during pregnancy — there isn't enough safety data in supplement amounts.
The same goes for breastfeeding: there's not enough reliable information to know whether it's safe. If you're thinking about using it during either time, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist.
One adverse effect to be aware of: fresh, uncooked maca can cause stomach pain in some people — though this product is an extract, which goes through processing and may differ.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check in this product. That said, if you take any prescription medications, it's worth confirming with your pharmacist that maca is safe alongside them — documented absence of interactions isn't a guarantee none could occur.
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.
Macagen is a single maca extract with no documented medication interactions and a generally good tolerance profile as a food supplement. Its effectiveness for specific conditions isn't yet established in reliable research.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any prescription medications, check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting — they can advise you based on your personal health picture.
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 May 28, 2019.
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 Macagen, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Genestra Brands |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 883196130900 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 28, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 203090 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Macagen by Genestra Brands, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca (Lepidium meyenii) root extract | 430 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Recommended dose: Take 1 capsule 2 times daily or as recommended by your health professional.
Precautions
Warning: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Use only if safety seal is intact.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
General Statements
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Traditional support for emotional well-being and sexual health
General
V2 439-60U
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Macagen by Genestra Brands label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Macagen by Genestra Brands
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 container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca (Lepidium meyenii) 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 (Lepidium meyenii) root extract monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Macagen by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Macagen. 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 Macagen, from the product label.
Genestra Brands
- Name
- Seroyal USA
- City
- Pittsburgh
- State
- PA
- ZipCode
- 15275
- Phone Number
- 1-888-737-6925
- Web Address
- seroyal.com
Macagen by Genestra Brands: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Macagen’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Macagen'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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