Organic Maca Root Powder Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Organic Maca Root Powder 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 Root Powder is a dietary supplement by Smart Organics 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 Root Powder by Smart Organics
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: organic Maca powder, a dried root extract. Maca has been used traditionally as a food and supplement, and is included in products marketed for energy, sexual function, and reproductive health.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for Maca isn't established yet. Our data shows insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, antidepressant-induced sexual dysfunction, athletic performance, or osteoporosis.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work—it means the studies so far haven't been robust enough to say.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term supplement safety hasn't been studied. Fresh, uncooked maca may cause stomach pain in some people.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data in supplement amounts, so avoid it. The same goes for breastfeeding—there's not enough reliable information to know if it's safe.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredient we checked. That means you don't need to flag this product against specific medication classes—but it's still worth a quick conversation with your pharmacist if you're on multiple drugs or have questions.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Organic Maca Root Powder is a single-ingredient product with no documented medication interactions. If you're considering it for a specific health goal, keep in mind the evidence isn't solid yet.
Talk it over with your own doctor or pharmacist, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or have a health condition.
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 Dec 22, 2017.
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 Root Powder, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Smart Organics |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 869801000097 |
| Net contents | 4.46 Oz(s); 125 Gram(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Dec 22, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 81290 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Powder |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Organic, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Organic Maca Root Powder by Smart Organics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| organic Maca powder | 5 Gram(s) | -- |
Other ingredients: organic Maca root powder
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Formula
Maca Root
Smart Organic’s Organic Maca Root Powder is made from the finest quality Peruvian Organic Maca Root.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Mix or blend one (1) level scoop (5 grams) once daily in a 4 – 6 oz serving of water, juice or a smoothie.
General Statements
Maca Root may assist with building endurance, improve mental alertness, increase energy and enhance libido and mood. This great tasting super-food can be a healthy addition to any diet. Be smart. Go organic!
Note Packaged by weight not volume, settling may occur.
From Peru Endurance builder Energy, libido Mental alertness
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.
Precautions
Warning This product contains a desiccant packet for freshness, humidity and odor. Do not eat.
Seals/Symbols
Made in USA
Vegetarian
USDA Organic
Formulation
Vegetarian
100% Additive and filler free Gluten free
Certified Organic by International Certification Services, Inc.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Organic Maca Root Powder by Smart Organics 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 Root Powder by Smart Organics
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size5 Gram(s) Dosage formPowder Servings per container25 Amounts shown are per serving.
Organic 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...
Organic Maca powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Organic Maca root powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Organic Maca Root Powder by Smart Organics Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Organic Maca Root Powder. 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 Root Powder, from the product label.
Smart Organics
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- Smart Organics, Inc.
- Street Address
- 65 Alabama Avenue
- City
- Island Park
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11558
- Phone Number
- 516.897.7001
Organic Maca Root Powder by Smart Organics: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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The Full Monographs Behind Organic Maca Root Powder’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 Root Powder'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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