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Mace Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Herbal Terra

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Liquid Category: Botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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First and foremost: checking Mace 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

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Mace is a dietary supplement by Herbal Terra with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for digestive upset and gas, flavoring and culinary spice, nausea.Based on those ingredients, 500 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Mace by Herbal Terra

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.

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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: Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry. Mace is the seed covering (aril) of the nutmeg seed, dried and concentrated into a liquid form.

The extract is suspended in alcohol, water, and glycerin. Mace has traditionally been used for two purposes — managing menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) and treating loss of bladder control (urinary incontinence) — though we don't yet have strong evidence for either use.

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 Mace product and its label doesn't state a use — see Mace'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 mace isn't established in our data. Both uses listed on the label — dysmenorrhea and urinary incontinence — are rated as having insufficient reliable evidence to rate their effectiveness.

That doesn't mean mace doesn't work; it means the clinical research so far isn't robust enough to say either way.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Mace

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.

At food-level spice amounts, mace is generally well tolerated and no adverse effects have been reported. However, high or concentrated doses can be toxic.

Large intake of mace's relative, nutmeg, has been linked to severe cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurologic, and psychiatric events — including hallucinations, disorientation, dizziness, and in extreme cases, convulsions or coma. Theoretically, high doses of mace could produce similar effects, though no human cases have been reported.

During pregnancy, medicinal or large amounts should be avoided; ordinary food-level spice use is likely fine. While breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety data on concentrated supplements to know either way — talk with your pharmacist or doctor about your individual situation.

This product's concentrated form means it's riskier than spice from your kitchen.

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Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Mace.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: immunosuppressants / transplant drugs.
  • For scale: 500 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking this mace extract, double-check if you use central nervous system depressants like sedatives or opioids (Moderate risk), drugs processed by the CYP1A2 enzyme system such as clozapine (Moderate risk), immunosuppressant medications (Moderate risk), or phenobarbital (Moderate risk). A pharmacist can run your specific drugs through the checker on this page.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Mace is a culinary spice with traditional uses that lack strong clinical evidence. If you take sedatives, sleep aids, immunosuppressants, phenobarbital, or drugs metabolized by the CYP1A2 enzyme, check your medications before using this concentrated extract.

Talk to your pharmacist, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking prescription medications.

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 Jan 23, 2025.

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 Mace, straight from the product label.

Brand Herbal Terra
Barcode (UPC) 6175033430798
Net contents 2 Fluid Ounce(s); 60 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 23, 2025
DSLD ID 325209
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Mace by Herbal Terra, 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:
1 mL
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 mL
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
6175033430798
IngredientAmount% DV
Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry983 mg--

Other ingredients: Alcohol, Water, Glycerin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Shake well before use. Adults take up to 30 drops (1 mL, one full squeeze of the dropper bulb) in 3-4 fl. oz. of juice or water up to 4 times a day.

Precautions

We recommend to seek expert medical advice before taking. May have contraindications and cause adverse reaction.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications.

Consult a physician before giving to children under 18, before using during pregnancy, if nursing, or if you are on any medications. Keep out of the reach of children!

Do not use if you are allergic to any ingredients.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, dark place.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Formulation

cGMP Made in compliance with cGMP 21 CFR 111 in an FDA registered and inspected facility.

Sugar free

Expertly extracted 100% natural Premium product

Organic alcohol

No artificial ingredients, color additives, fillers or binders.

Natural Gluten free

Formula

Myristica fragrans

Organic alcohol

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Made in USA

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Mace by Herbal Terra label

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Mace label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Mace by Herbal Terra

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 mL Dosage formLiquid Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry

Interacts with
500 drugs
983 mg per serving Form: Myristica fragrans Whole Aril Extract, Dry

Mace is the lacy red covering of the nutmeg seed and comes from the same tree as nutmeg. It is mostly used as a cooking spice and in traditional medic...

Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry monograph & interactions

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

Interaction report

Mace by Herbal Terra Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry 500

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Mace interact with 500 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Mace interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

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Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry4 drug types · 500 drugs

Cns Depressants

Several volatile oils in mace, such as methyleugenol, isoeugenol, safrole, myristicin, 1,8-cineole, and geranyl acetate, seem to have sedative effects. Evidence from animal research suggests that methyleugenol can induce anesthesia for a similar duration as pentobarbital. Due to the sedative effects of certain mace constituents, taking medicinal amounts of mace in combination with other CNS depressants may have additive effects. However, evidence from other animal research suggests that myristicin can reduce sleeping time in rats pretreated with phenobarbital. Until more is known, use medicinal amounts of mace cautiously in combination with CNS depressants. Some CNS depressants include clonazepam (Klonopin), lorazepam (Ativan), phenobarbital (Donnatal), zolpidem (Ambien), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Animal research suggests that intraperitoneal injections of myristicin, a constituent of mace, can induce cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) enzyme system. Theoretically, concomitant use of mace with drugs metabolized by CYP1A2 may increase the clearance of these drugs and reduce their effects. Some substrates of CYP1A2 include clozapine (Clozaril), cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril), fluvoxamine (Luvox), haloperidol (Haldol), imipramine (Tofranil), mexiletine (Mexitil), olanzapine (Zyprexa), pentazocine (Talwin), propranolol (Inderal), tacrine (Cognex), theophylline, zileuton (Zyflo), zolmitriptan (Zomig), and others.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Immunosuppressants

Animal research suggests that mace lignans can suppress immune function. Theoretically, concomitant use might enhance the effects of immunosuppressant drugs. Immunosuppressant drugs include azathioprine (Imuran), basiliximab (Simulect), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), daclizumab (Zenapax), muromonab-CD3 (OKT3, Orthoclone OKT3), mycophenolate (CellCept), tacrolimus (FK506, Prograf), sirolimus (Rapamune), prednisone (Deltasone, Orasone), and other corticosteroids (glucocorticoids).

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Phenobarbital (Luminal)

Evidence from animal research suggests that myristicin, a constituent of mace, can reduce sleeping time in rats pretreated with phenobarbital. Theoretically, concomitant use may decrease the therapeutic effects of phenobarbital.

Likelihood Probable Evidence D
Mace Whole Aril Extract, Dry full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Mace, from the product label.

Herbal Terra

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Name
Herbal Terra LLC
Phone Number
+18083857868
Web Address
herbalterra.com
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Mace by Herbal Terra: Common Questions

Does Mace by Herbal Terra interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Mace has a known interaction with 500 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Mace 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.
Is mace safe to use if I'm pregnant?
Medicinal or large amounts should be avoided during pregnancy based on safety data. Food-level spice use is likely fine. Since this is a concentrated supplement — not everyday cooking spice — talk with your pharmacist or doctor about whether it's right for you.
Will this help my menstrual cramps or bladder control issues?
Mace has been traditionally used for both dysmenorrhea and urinary incontinence, but we don't have strong clinical evidence yet to say whether it actually works for either. The research so far is insufficient to rate.
What happens if I take too much mace?
At normal food amounts, mace is well tolerated. At high or concentrated doses, it can be toxic. Nutmeg, a closely related herb, has been reported to cause hallucinations, dizziness, disorientation, and neurologic effects at high intake — and mace contains similar compounds, so theoretically could cause the same at very high doses, though no human cases of mace toxicity have been reported.
Can I use this if I take sleeping pills or opioids?
Mace contains compounds with sedative effects, so combining it with sedatives, sleeping pills, or opioids could intensify drowsiness and impair alertness — a Moderate-severity interaction. Check with your pharmacist before adding this product.
Does this product have fillers?
Yes. Beyond the mace extract, the liquid also contains alcohol, water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients.
Is mace the same as nutmeg?
No, they're different. Mace is the dried seed covering (aril) of the nutmeg seed, while nutmeg is the seed itself. They're related and contain similar compounds, but they're distinct products.

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Mace

Interacts with 500 drugs

Mace is the lacy red covering of the nutmeg seed and comes from the same tree as nutmeg. It is mostly used as a cooking spice and in traditional medicine for digestion, but there is little s...

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Sources & How We Checked

Mace'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 18 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.

Mace 18 references
  1. McGuffin M, Hobbs C, Upton R, Goldberg A, eds. American Herbal Products Association's Botanical Safety Handbook. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, LLC 1997.
  2. Sangalli BC, Chiang W. Toxicology of nutmeg abuse. Clin Toxicol 2000;38:671-8. PubMed
  3. Hallstrom H, Thuvander A. Toxicological evaluation of myristicin. Nat Toxins 1997;5:186-92. DOI
  4. Jeong HG, Yun CH. Induction of rat hepatic cytochrome P450 enzymes by myristicin. Biochem Biophys Res Commun 1995;217:966-71. PubMed
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  6. Panayotopoulos DJ, Chisholm DD. Hallucinogenic effect of nutmeg. Br Med J 1970;1:754. PubMed
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  8. Venables GS, Evered D, Hall R. Letter: Nutmeg poisoning. Br Med J 1976;1:96. PubMed
  9. Carstairs SD, Cantrell FL. The spice of life: an analysis of nutmeg exposures in California. Clin Toxicol (Phila) 2011;49:177-80. PubMed
  10. Abernethy MK, Becker LB. Acute nutmeg intoxication. Am J Emerg Med 1992;10:429-30. PubMed
  11. Checker R, Chatterjee S, Sharma D, et al. Immunomodulatory and radioprotective effects of lignans derived from fresh nutmeg mace (Myristica fragrans) in mammalian splenocytes. Int Immunopharmacol. 2008;8(5):661-669. PubMed
  12. Sell AB, Carlini EA. Anesthetic action of methyleugenol and other eugenol derivatives. Pharmacology. 1976;14(4):367-77. PubMed
  13. Fundarò A, Cassone MC. [Action of essential oils of chamomile, cinnamon, absinthium, mace and origanum on operant conditioning behavior of the rat]. Boll Soc Ital Biol Sper. 1980;56(22):2375-80.
  14. Grover JK, Khandkar S, Vats V, Dhunnoo Y, Das D. Pharmacological studies on Myristica fragrans--antidiarrheal, hypnotic, analgesic and hemodynamic (blood pressure) parameters. Methods Find Exp Clin Pharmacol. 2002;24(10):675-80. PubMed
  15. Barceloux DG. Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans Houtt.). Dis Mon. 2009;55(6):373-9. PubMed
  16. Dooms-Goossens, A., Dubelloy, R., and Degreef, H. Contact and systemic contact-type dermatitis to spices. Dermatol Clin 1990;8(1):89-93. DOI
  17. Anjum A, Sultana A. A randomized comparative study of herbal decoction of Cassia fistula Linn pod's pericarp and Myristica fragrans Houtt arils vs. mefenamic acid in spasmodic dysmenorrhoea. J Complement Integr Med. 2018;16(2):/j/jcim.2019.16.issue-2/jcim
  18. Najeeya AGF, Sultana A. Efficacy of mace (Arils of Myristica fragrans Houtt) plus PFMT on symptoms in mixed urinary incontinence: a randomized placebo-controlled trial. Integr Med Res. 2018;7(4):307-315.

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