Herb Pharm Muira Puama

Our assessment

Our assessment: The evidence for Muira Puama is very limited. Data not available for this specific product's ingredients from the NIH ODS or FDA list. The FDA has received 592059 total adverse event reports across all supplements, but no specific side effect data is available for Muira Puama from the provided data [FDA data].

How it works

Data not available on the specific mechanism of Muira Puama from the provided sources. The product label indicates it contains Muira Puama, but no clinical studies from the provided data explain how this ingredient works in the body.

Safety profile

Data not available on side effects or safety risks for Muira Puama from the provided FDA data or NIH ODS. The general supplement database shows 592059 total adverse event reports [FDA data], but specific report counts for Muira Puama are not included in the provided data.

Our recommendation

Our recommendation: Without specific safety or efficacy data from the provided sources, we cannot recommend this product. Data not available on dosage, interactions, or proven benefits. Consult your healthcare provider before using any supplement with limited evidence.

Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:

• Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
• Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
• % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
• Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
• Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.

Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide