Is Country Life Maxine's Maximized Menopause Formula safe while breastfeeding?

Grade F. 8 Safe, 3 Caution, 2 Avoid. Contains flagged ingredients.

Clarity Product Analysis

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Maxine's Maximized Menopause Formula

Name: Maxine's Maximized Menopause Formula
Brand: Country Life

Significant concerns13 of 25 ingredients checked · 8 safe · 3 caution · 2 avoid

2 ingredient(s) rated Avoid 3 ingredient(s) rated Caution

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Full ingredient analysis

Ingredient	Verdict	Evidence	Notes
Alfalfa	Caution	Gold	Caution is advised during lactation due to potential allergenic properties.. Histamine: Medium. Cycle: Ovulation; Luteal
Black Cohosh Extract	Avoid	Gold	Contraindicated during breastfeeding. Black cohosh has been associated with serious liver injury..... DAO: Low. Cycle: Follicular; Ovulation; Luteal
Calcium	Not in DB
Calcium Silicate	Not in DB
Cellulose	Not in DB
Cellulose & Glycerin Coating	Not in DB
Chaste Berry	Not in DB
Gum Arabic	Safe	Silver	SIGHI rating 1/3. Histamine liberator. May affect histamine-sensitive individuals.
L-Tyrosine	Not in DB
Licorice extract	Not in DB
Magnesium	Safe	Gold
Magnesium Stearate	Safe	Gold	Safe for breastfeeding.. DAO: Low
Maltodextrin	Caution	Gold	Caution due to potential digestive issues.
Motherwort	Caution	Silver	Use with caution during breastfeeding.. Cycle: Luteal
Pantothenic Acid	Not in DB
Phosphorus	Safe	Gold	Generally safe in moderation.
Red Clover Extract 30:1	Not in DB
Silica	Safe	Gold
St. John's Wort Extract	Avoid	Silver	AVOID. Induces CYP3A4 — reduces effectiveness of many medications including contraceptives, antih.... Cycle: CYP3A4 inducer. Reduces contraceptive effectiveness.
Starch	Not in DB
Stearic Acid	Safe	Bronze	Natural fatty acid.
Vanilla	Not in DB
Vegetable Glaze	Not in DB
Vitamin B6	Safe	Gold	Safe — essential B vitamin. Used therapeutically for morning sickness (25mg 3x/day per ACOG).. Cycle: Luteal; Menstruation
Vitamin E	Safe	Gold	Safe — fat-soluble vitamin. Normal supplemental doses are not a concern.

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 13 of 25 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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Product analysis by Clarity (Health AI). Based on published evidence for breastfeeding, pregnancy, and general safety. Not medical advice. Formulations may change; verify current ingredients on the label.

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