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Dietary supplement

Male Optimization Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Ancestral Supplements

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Minor
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Minor

Male Optimization is a dietary supplement by Ancestral Supplements with 5 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for anemia and low iron, vitamin b12 support, general energy and fatigue.Based on those ingredients, 3 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated minor. The ingredients most likely to interact are Liver. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements

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 5 of its 5 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

Male Optimization contains 5 active ingredients: liver extract, heart, prostate, bone marrow, and testicle. These are whole-food concentrates — organ and glandular tissues meant to support corresponding body systems.

The capsules also contain gelatin as an inactive ingredient. Liver extract is the only one with established data in our system.

The others are included for their theoretical nutritional density, but we hold limited interaction and safety information for them.

Does it work?

Not established
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 established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Liver Extract's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Male optimization with whole animal organs.
  • We looked for evidence on: Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), Energy and vitality, Stamina, Athletic performance.
  • The closest evidence on file: Liver Extract is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) (Natural Medicines).

The evidence for these ingredients is sparse in our data. Liver extract has been rated possibly ineffective for chronic fatigue syndrome, and there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate it for hepatitis C.

For the other four ingredients — heart, prostate, bone marrow, and testicle — effectiveness ratings aren't on file in our system, so we can't tell you what the science says about whether they work.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

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.

Liver extract is generally well tolerated in food amounts, but the safety data we hold raises several flags. It can deliver very high levels of vitamin A and iron, which is important to know if you're already getting these nutrients elsewhere.

Liver extract comes from raw animal liver sourced from slaughterhouses, raising concerns about contamination from sick or diseased animals. There's also a historical concern about bovine spongiform encephalitis (BSE, or mad cow disease) in liver products from certain countries — though no human cases from contaminated liver extract have been reported.

A thorough safety review hasn't been done, and safety hasn't been well studied for the other four ingredients, so talk with your doctor before using this product.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Liver Extract

Meds to double-check

Minor interactions only
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Minor only

Only Minor-severity interactions are documented for these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Liver Extract.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Minor.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 3 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.

Check with your pharmacist before using this if you take warfarin (Coumadin) or any blood thinners — liver extract's vitamin K content may reduce their effectiveness. Also double-check if you're on iron supplements or iron-containing medications, as combining them could boost your iron intake.

No other interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Only minor medication interactions are documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This is an organ-support supplement, but the evidence for how well it works isn't established in our data. If you take warfarin or iron supplements, you need to check this with your pharmacist first.

Talk to your doctor about quality sourcing and whether the high vitamin A and iron content is right for you, especially if you're pregnant.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 5 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Nov 22, 2022.

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 Male Optimization, straight from the product label.

Brand Ancestral Supplements
Barcode (UPC) 675757264472
Net contents 180 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2022
DSLD ID 275564
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult Male (18-50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements, 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:
6 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
6 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
675757264472
IngredientAmount% DV
Liver300 mg--
Heart300 mg--
Prostate300 mg--
Bone Marrow300 mg--
Testicle1260 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin

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Label statements
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General Statements

For most of human history, we consumed the whole animal (nose-to-tail) with deep respect and profound purpose. For instance, Native Americans and early ancestral healers believed that eating the organs from a healthy animal would strengthen and support the health of the corresponding organ of the individual - also known as "like supports like." The traditional way of treating a person with a weak heart was to feed the person the heart of a healthy animal. Since we've abandoned these ways, the modern world has left us malnourished with an epidemic of declining health. The solution is to find ways to recreate our ancestral environment (sleep, nourishment, movement, sunshine, etc.). It's time we honor our ancestors by putting back in, what the modern world has left out (to return our people back to strength, health and happiness). We walk our talk and we offer a one-of-a-kind "guided" experience. Learn more at www.ancestralsupplements.com Brian Johnson "Liver King"

One small batch at a time

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.

Formula

MOFO Brad Kearns' MOFO Male optimization formula w/ organs 410 mg ea

Formulation

Pasture raised in New Zealand & Australia 100% Grass-fed & grass-finished

Absolutely no fillers (or) flow agents

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: 6 capsules daily or as directed by a healthcare professional

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Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements

These are the 5 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size6 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Liver

Interacts with
3 drugs
300 mg per serving Form: Bovine

Liver extract is a dried or concentrated form of animal liver that is naturally rich in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin A, and other nutrients. It was once...

Liver monograph & interactions

Heart

300 mg per serving Form: Bovine

Prostate

300 mg per serving Form: Bovine

Bone Marrow

300 mg per serving

Testicle

1260 mg per serving Form: Bovine

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

Interaction report

Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements Drug Interactions

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3Drugs
3 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Liver 3

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Male Optimization with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Liver2 drug types · 3 drugs

Iron

Liver extract can contain heme iron. Taking liver extract with iron-containing medications or supplements may increase total iron intake and could increase the risk of gastrointestinal adverse effects or excessive iron accumulation. The risk is greater with high doses, prolonged use, or in individuals with hemochromatosis or another iron-overload disorder. Review the iron content of the liver extract and the total elemental iron dose. Avoid unnecessary duplicate iron supplementation and consider monitoring ferritin and transferrin saturation when clinically appropriate.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Warfarin (Coumadin)

Liver extract products may contain small and variable amounts of vitamin K. Theoretically, starting, stopping, or substantially changing the amount of liver extract used could reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and lower the INR. However, this interaction has not been directly studied or reported in humans, and the vitamin K content of liver extract products is generally not standardized. Consider monitoring the INR after a meaningful change in liver extract use.

Likelihood Possible Evidence C
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Male Optimization, from the product label.

Ancestral Supplements

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Name
Ancestral Supplements, LLC
City
Willis
State
TX
ZipCode
77318
Web Address
www.ancestralsupplements.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements: Common Questions

Does Male Optimization by Ancestral Supplements interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Male Optimization has a known interaction with 3 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Male Optimization contains 5 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 this safe during pregnancy?
Liver extract can contain very high vitamin A, which may harm a developing baby. Our data advises against using this product in pregnancy unless your doctor specifically recommends it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — they can assess your personal situation.
What does liver extract do?
Liver extract is a concentrated form of liver tissue meant to support your body's own liver function and energy levels. It naturally contains nutrients like iron and vitamin A, but we don't have strong evidence that it works for chronic fatigue or other specific conditions.
Why are there organs in this supplement?
This is based on the idea that concentrates of specific organs support those same organs in your body — so heart tissue supports the heart, prostate tissue supports the prostate, and so on. We don't have much data on how well this works.
Does it have fillers?
The only inactive ingredient listed is gelatin (the capsule material). There are no other binders or fillers.
What should I know about the source?
Liver extract comes from raw animal liver sourced from slaughterhouses. There's a concern about contamination from sick or diseased animals, and also a historical concern about mad cow disease (BSE) in products from countries where it's been reported. No human cases have been reported, but ask the manufacturer where their liver is sourced.

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Sources & How We Checked

Male Optimization'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.

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The 4 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.

Liver Extract 4 references
  1. Lewis CJ. Letter to reiterate certain public health and safety concerns to firms manufacturing or importing dietary supplements that contain specific bovine tissues. FDA. Available at: www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/dspltr05.html.
  2. Kaslow JE, Rucker L, Onishi R. Liver extract-folic acid-cyanocobalamin vs placebo for chronic fatigue syndrome. Arch Intern Med 1989;149:2501-3. DOI
  3. Ebinuma, H., Saito, H., Tada, S., Masuda, T., Kamiya, T., Nishida, J., Yoshioka, M., and Ishii, H. Additive therapeutic effects of the liver extract preparation mixture adelavin-9 on interferon-beta treatment for chronic hepatitis C. Hepatogastroenterolog
  4. Saito, H., Ebinuma, H., Tada, S., Tsunematsu, S., Atsukawa, K., Masuda, T., Tsuchiya, M., and Ishii, H. Enhancing effect of the liver extract and flavin adenin dinucleotide mixture on anti-viral efficacy of interferon in patients with chronic hepatitis C. PubMed

See these in context on the Liver Extract monograph →

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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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