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Dietary supplement

Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Hard Rhino

Powder Category: Vitamin
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 is a dietary supplement by Hard Rhino with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for hair growth and thinning hair, brittle nails, skin health.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 Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino

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.

From our pharmacy team — supplement deep dive

What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Biotin (Vitamin B7), a B vitamin that your body uses for energy production and the health of your hair, skin, and nails. The powder also includes dicalcium phosphate as an inactive ingredient to fill out the formula.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Biotin's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Biotin for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Biotin deficiency — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency — the condition your doctor would catch if you weren't getting enough of this vitamin. For other uses like multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky scalp condition), and hair loss (alopecia areata), the evidence we have either suggests it probably won't help or isn't reliable enough to say.

If you're considering biotin for something beyond a documented deficiency, talk it over with your doctor to see if it makes sense for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Biotin

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body flushes out what it doesn't use in your urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea — a small number of trial participants experienced transient loose stools at very high doses.

One isolated case report described a severe reaction, but it's unclear whether biotin, another supplement, a medication, or the person's individual health played a role, and no similar cases have been reported since. Normal dietary amounts and standard supplements are considered safe, but if you're thinking about taking a high-dose biotin product, check with your doctor first.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Biotin

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for biotin. Still, it's worth a quick check with your own doctor or pharmacist if you take multiple medications or have questions about whether biotin is right for you.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with strong clinical evidence behind its ingredients' uses. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Biotin is a straightforward B vitamin that works for biotin deficiency and is generally well tolerated at standard doses. If you're taking it for hair, skin, or nails and don't have a confirmed deficiency, evidence for those uses is thin.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're taking high doses or if you have other health conditions.

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 24, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Biotin 1% Vitamin B7, straight from the product label.

Brand Hard Rhino
Barcode (UPC) 818132948813
Net contents 125 Gram(s); 4.4 Oz(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2017
DSLD ID 71785
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Powder
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
100 mg
Maximum serving Sizes:
100 mg
Servings per container
1250
UPC/BARCODE
818132948813
IngredientAmount% DV
Vitamin B71 mg333%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate

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Label statements
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Formulation

No added fillers

Allergens: This product contains no soy, dairy, dairy byproducts, eggs, shellfish, wheat, gluten, tree nuts, or sesame seeds.

This is a non-GMO ingredient.

General Statements

Only pure ingredients

Pure powder

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 100 mg daily, preferably with meals to prevent upset stomach. It is not recommended to take more than the suggested use without consulting your qualified health professional. Micro scale is recommended for accurate measuring.

1 Carefully measure out suggested serving size using a microscale. 2 Add to preferred beverage. 3 Mix well. 4 Drink within 10-15 minutes. How to use

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any diseases.

Precautions

Warning: Keep out of the reach of children. Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).

Do not take this or any other supplement if under the age of 18, pregnant or nursing a baby, or if you have any known or suspected medical conditions and/or taking prescription drug(s) or OTC medication(s).

Always consult with a qualified health physician before taking any new dietary supplement.

Do not use or consume if pressure seal is broken.

Do not use or consume if seal is broken.

Seals/Symbols

Lab tested for purity and quality

Packaged in USA

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Re-seal zipper immediately after use to preserve freshness.

See for yourself

Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino label

The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size100 mg Dosage formPowder Servings per container1250 Amounts shown are per serving.

Vitamin B7

No known
interactions
1 mg per serving Form: Biotin

Biotin (vitamin B7) is a water-soluble vitamin your body needs to turn food into energy and to support healthy hair, skin, and nails. Most people get...

Vitamin B7 monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 1% Vitamin B7. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Biotin 1% Vitamin B7, from the product label.

Hard Rhino

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Name
Guardian Wholesale
Street Address
1607 West Whispering Wind Drive
City
Phoenix
State
AZ
ZipCode
85085
Phone Number
(866) 961-8378
Web Address
HardRhino.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino: Common Questions

Does Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 by Hard Rhino interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 1% Vitamin B7. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
What is biotin used for?
Biotin is a B vitamin your body needs to turn food into energy and to keep your hair, skin, and nails healthy. It's likely effective if you have a biotin deficiency, though evidence for other uses like hair loss or skin conditions isn't reliable enough to count on.
Is biotin safe to take every day?
Yes — biotin is generally well tolerated even at fairly high doses because your body excretes what it doesn't need in urine. Normal amounts from food and supplements are safe, but if you're taking a high-dose product, ask your doctor first.
Can I take biotin while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Biotin is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. Normal dietary amounts and prenatal vitamins are fine, but check with your doctor before taking high-dose supplements.
What are the side effects of biotin?
Biotin is rarely associated with side effects. High-dose biotin has occasionally caused mild diarrhea. One isolated case reported a severe reaction, but it wasn't clear whether biotin was responsible, and no similar cases have been documented since.
Does this powder have any fillers?
The powder contains dicalcium phosphate as an inactive ingredient to make up the formula. It's a common ingredient used to fill out supplement powders.

Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy

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Biotin 1% Vitamin B7 label
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 1% Vitamin B7’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Biotin 1% Vitamin B7'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.

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 4 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.

Biotin 4 references
  1. Debourdeau PM, Djezzar S, Estival JL, et al. Life-threatening eosinophilic pleuropericardial effusion related to vitamins B5 and H. Ann Pharmacother 2001;35:424-6. DOI
  2. Food and Nutrition Board, Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline (2000). Washington, DC: National Academy Press, 2000. Available at: http://b
  3. Mock DM, Quirk JG, Mock NI. Marginal biotin deficiency during normal pregnancy. Am J Clin Nutr 2002;75:295-9. PubMed
  4. Sedel F, Papeix C, Bellanger A, Touitou V, Lebrun-Frenay C, Galanaud D, et al. High doses of biotin in chronic progressive multiple sclerosis: a pilot study.Mult Scler Relat Disord. 2015;4(2):159-69. doi: 10.1016/j.msard.2015.01.005. PubMed

See these in context on the Biotin monograph →

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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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