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

Muira Puama 2,000 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Answer

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

Muira Puama 2,000 mg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Answer with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for low libido, erectile difficulty, sexual performance.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 Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer

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: Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides) wood extract at 2,000 mg per dose. It's a traditional herbal extract used historically for sexual function.

The rest is inactive ingredients — purified water, vegetable glycerin, and certified organic alcohol (12–15%) — that preserve and deliver the extract.

Does it work?

Insufficient evidence
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
Insufficient

There isn't enough reliable clinical evidence to rate this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: sexual function and performance support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Erectile dysfunction (ED), Sexual dysfunction, libido, sexual vitality.
  • The closest evidence on file: Muira Puama is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Sexual dysfunction (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Muira Puama is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Erectile dysfunction (ED).

The evidence for Muira Puama and sexual dysfunction or erectile dysfunction is insufficient to rate. That means the clinical trials we have aren't reliable enough yet to say whether it works.

If you're considering it for those purposes, talk with your doctor about what the current data actually supports and whether it's right for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Muira Puama

How safe is it?

Some data gaps
Safety Information · database check
Some gaps

Safety data exists for these ingredients, but with some important gaps.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 0 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.

Muira Puama has been used in small amounts traditionally, but human safety data are limited. We don't have enough information to say it's safe during pregnancy — the guidance is to avoid it.

The same goes for breastfeeding: there isn't enough data, so it's advised against. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to be, this isn't the right choice without talking to your doctor or midwife first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Muira Puama

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 Muira Puama. Still, run your exact medications through the checker on this page before you start — that's the best way to be sure nothing's missed.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with insufficient evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and some safety-information gaps remain.

Muira Puama is a traditional herbal extract used for sexual function, but the evidence for it doesn't yet meet the bar to say it works. It has no documented interactions with medications we have on file, but safety data in humans are limited, and it should be avoided in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.

If you're interested in trying it, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it makes sense 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 Nov 21, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Muira Puama 2,000 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Answer
Barcode (UPC) 083000004094
Net contents 1 fl. Oz.; 30 mL
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 21, 2019
DSLD ID 208518
Product type Botanical
Supplement form Liquid
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten 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 Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer, 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:
2 mL
Servings per container
15
UPC/BARCODE
083000004094
IngredientAmount% DV
Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides) wood extract2000 mg--

Other ingredients: purified Water, Vegetable Glycerin, 12-15% certified organic Alcohol

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.
FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Seals/Symbols

Gluten Free

K Parve

Bio-Chelated Cold Extraction Process

Formula

K Parve

Ptychopetalum olacoides Made from 2,000 mg Muira Puama per serving

Low Alcohol

General Statements

Since 1972

Our alcohol extracts are produced using our cold Bio-Chelated proprietary extraction process, yielding a Holistically Balanced Advanced Botanical Fingerprint extract in the same synergistic ratios as in the plant.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Discover Nature's Answer

Formulation

Gluten-Free

Absolutely no preservatives

FDA Statement of Identity

Herbal Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 1-2 mL (28-56 drops) three (3) times a day in a small amount of water. Shake well.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: Do not use if pregnant or nursing.

Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.

See for yourself

Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer

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 container15 Amounts shown are per serving.

2000 mg per serving

Muira puama is a Brazilian plant traditionally used as an aphrodisiac and general tonic, often nicknamed 'potency wood.' Human research is very limite...

Muira Puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides) wood extract monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Purified Water, Vegetable Glycerin, 12-15% certified organic Alcohol. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Muira Puama 2,000 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 Muira Puama 2,000 mg, from the product label.

Nature's Answer

See all Nature's Answer products
Name
Nature's Answer
Street Address
85 Commerce Drive
City
Hauppauge
State
NY
ZipCode
11788
Phone Number
(800) 439-2324
Web Address
www.naturesanswer.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer: Common Questions

Does Muira Puama 2,000 mg by Nature's Answer interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Muira Puama 2,000 mg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Muira Puama 2,000 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 Muira Puama while I'm pregnant?
No. There isn't enough safety information about Muira Puama in pregnancy, so it's advised against. Talk with your doctor or midwife before taking any supplement while you're pregnant.
Is it safe to breastfeed while taking Muira Puama?
No. There's not enough data on whether Muira Puama passes into breast milk or what it might do, so it's advised against while breastfeeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions.
Does Muira Puama actually work for erectile dysfunction?
The evidence we have isn't strong enough to say. The rating is insufficient reliable evidence — meaning the studies so far haven't been able to prove it works. Your doctor can talk through whether it's worth trying in your case.
What are the side effects of Muira Puama?
We don't have data on adverse effects for this ingredient. Because human safety data are limited overall, if you notice anything unusual after taking it, tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Does this liquid contain alcohol?
Yes. It contains 12–15% certified organic alcohol as a preservative. If you need to avoid alcohol, this form isn't for you.

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

Not sure if Muira Puama 2,000 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.

Muira Puama 2,000 mg label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Muira Puama 2,000 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

Muira Puama 2,000 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 2 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.

Muira Puama 2 references
  1. Waynberg, J. and Brewer, S. Effects of Herbal vX on libido and sexual activity in premenopausal and postmenopausal women. Adv Ther 2000;17(5):255-262. PubMed
  2. Nguyen S, Rajfer J, Shaheen M. Safety and efficacy of daily Revactin in men with erectile dysfunction: a 3-month pilot study. Transl Androl Urol. 2018;7(2):266-73. PubMed

See these in context on the Muira Puama 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