Organic Maca Gelatinized Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Dr. Mercola
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Organic Maca Gelatinized 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
Organic Maca Gelatinized is a dietary supplement by Dr. Mercola 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 Organic Maca Gelatinized by Dr. Mercola
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 powder (gelatinized—heat-treated and easier to digest). The capsule also holds rice and pullulan as inactive ingredients (the filler and capsule material).
Does it work?
Couldn't assess
The evidence for maca's usefulness isn't established yet in our data. The research we have covers amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis—but in all cases, there's insufficient reliable evidence to rate whether it actually works for any of these.
If you're considering it for a specific reason, talk with your doctor about what the current science shows for your situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated when used as a food, but long-term safety studies of it as a supplement haven't been done, so there's some uncertainty about safety over time. The safety data available advises against using it during pregnancy or while breastfeeding—there isn't enough reliable information to know it's safe in those situations.
One note: fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain, though this product is gelatinized (heat-treated).
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check in this product, so you won't need to worry about medication conflicts on that front. Of course, if you have questions about how it fits with your specific medications, your pharmacist can give you personalized guidance.
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 has no documented interactions with medications, making it straightforward from a drug-interaction standpoint. The main question is whether it actually works for what you're after—the evidence on that isn't clear yet.
Before starting, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's right for you, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a specific health goal in mind.
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 Mar 22, 2024.
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 Organic Maca Gelatinized, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Dr. Mercola |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 810487039802 |
| Net contents | 60 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Mar 22, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 308850 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Organic Maca Gelatinized by Dr. Mercola, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 Calorie(s) | -- |
| Total Carbohydrates | 1 Gram(s) | 1% |
| Maca, Powder | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Rice, Pullulan
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Adults, as a dietary supplement, take two (2) capsules daily.
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is broken.
If you are nursing, pregnant, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult your physician before taking this product.
Seals/Symbols
USDA Organic
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Certified Organic by: Quality Assurance International
General Statements
Providing quality products since 2001.
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Organic Maca Gelatinized by Dr. Mercola 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 Organic Maca Gelatinized by Dr. Mercola
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca, Powder
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, Powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Rice, Pullulan. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Organic Maca Gelatinized by Dr. Mercola Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Organic Maca Gelatinized. 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 Organic Maca Gelatinized, from the product label.
Dr. Mercola
See all Dr. Mercola products- Name
- NHP
- Street Address
- 125 SW 3rd Place
- City
- Cape Coral
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 33991
- Phone Number
- (877) 985-2696
Organic Maca Gelatinized by Dr. Mercola: Common Questions
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What is gelatinized maca?
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The Full Monographs Behind Organic Maca Gelatinized’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Organic Maca Gelatinized'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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