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Head-to-head evidence comparison — which supplement is right for you?
Enclomiphene vs Maca: Maca has the stronger overall evidence (5.5 vs 4.2/10); they're alternatives for testosterone & cortisol balance — the best pick depends on your goals. Take the 60-second quiz for a pick tailored to your goals.
Maca wins 3 of 3 categories. Both are solid choices — the best pick depends on your specific goals.
Verdict
Mostly mechanism / observational
Top outcomes
Verdict
Likely helps
3 of 3 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Shared outcomes (1)
Outcomes where both Enclomiphene and Maca have evidence — compare verdict strength side-by-side.
Investigational / off-label — no FDA-approved dose exists. Trials studied oral enclomiphene citrate at 6.25-25 mg once daily (12.5 mg and 25 mg were the Phase-3 doses). Compounded enclomiphene is used off-label under a clinician at similar doses, but quality and content are not regulated.
any
Oral enclomiphene citrate (compounded; investigational — never marketed as an approved drug)
1500-3000mg
Morning or early afternoon, With food
Gelatinized maca powder (easier to digest)
Weeks to a few months
Within 3-6 months
N/A
N/A
6-12 weeks
4-8 weeks
4-8 weeks
Oral enclomiphene citrate raises testosterone and preserves sperm counts in obese hypogonadal men, unlike topical testosterone: restoration instead of replacement.
BJU Int (2016) · Rct
Two parallel randomized, double-blind, double-dummy, placebo-controlled, multicentre Phase-3 trials (ZA-304/ZA-305) of 12.5 mg and 25 mg enclomiphene vs testosterone gel (AndroGel 1.62%) in overweight men 18-60 with secondary hypogonadism
Enclomiphene citrate stimulates testosterone production while preventing oligospermia: a randomized phase II clinical trial comparing topical testosterone.
Fertil Steril (2014) · Rct
Phase-2 randomized trial of oral enclomiphene citrate vs 1% topical testosterone gel in men with secondary hypogonadism (NCT01270841)
Oral enclomiphene citrate stimulates the endogenous production of testosterone and sperm counts in men with low testosterone: comparison with testosterone gel.
J Sex Med (2013) · Open label · n=12
Proof-of-principle randomized, open-label, active-control, two-center Phase-2B study in 12 men with secondary hypogonadism previously on topical testosterone
Effects of Maca (Lepidium meyenii Walp.) on Physical Performance in Animals and Humans: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Nutrients (2024) · Meta analysis
They revealed a large effect for all outcomes (SMD: FST = 2.26, RRT = 6.26, GST = 5.23, LA = -1.01, and BLA = -1.70).
A review of the study of active components and their pharmacology value in Lepidium meyenii (Maca)
Phytotherapy research : PTR (2021) · Systematic review
Additionally, the research on the change of active components in Maca at different growth stages by MS will be beneficial to full utilization of active components in Maca and other natural resources.
Enhancement of Interferon-γ Secretion by Lepidium meyenii Extract Supplementation After Exhaustive Endurance Exercise in Healthy Men: A Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Trial
International journal of medical sciences (2025) · Rct · n=20
Regarding the main time effect, the number of lymphocytes in all participants was significantly lower at 2 and 4 hours after exercise than before supplementation.
Based on meta-analysis showing large effect sizes for physical performance outcomes. Effects may vary significantly between raw and gelatinized forms. Limited human studies with small sample sizes.
AI-estimated from published studies. Interpret as directional guidance.
Maca has a higher evidence score (5.5/10 vs 4.2/10) and wins in 3 of 3 categories.
For testosterone & cortisol balance, Maca has a higher relevance score (80 vs 62).
No known interactions between Enclomiphene and Maca have been documented in our database. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining supplements.
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The right pick depends on your goals. Answer a few quick questions for a personalised recommendation — or dig into the full evidence on each.