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Dietary supplement

Biotin 10,000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Lake Avenue Nutrition

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

Biotin 10,000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Lake Avenue Nutrition 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 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition

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.

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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, a B vitamin that your body needs to break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Each capsule delivers 10,000 mcg — a high-dose form meant for supplementation rather than everyday dietary needs.

The remaining ingredients are inactive fillers and capsule materials: dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, modified cellulose, rice extract, rice hulls, gum arabic, and sunflower oil.

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
Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: support healthy hair, skin and nails.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, hair loss, skin health.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Biotin is rated "Likely Effective" for Biotin deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency — a real but uncommon shortage of this B vitamin that can affect your skin, hair, and nails. For other uses, the evidence is weaker.

It's rated possibly ineffective for multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky skin condition), and there isn't reliable evidence yet to say whether it helps with alopecia areata (patchy hair loss). If you're taking this for a reason other than deficiency, talk with your doctor about whether the evidence supports it for your specific 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 like this one, because your body flushes excess amounts in the urine. Rarely, high-dose biotin has been linked to mild diarrhea — only a handful of people reported this in studies.

There's one case report of a woman who developed a rare inflammatory condition after taking biotin 10 mg daily with other supplements for 2 months, but it's unclear whether biotin was actually the cause. Because this is a high-dose product, check with your doctor before starting, especially if you take other medications or have ongoing health conditions.

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. Even so, bring your full medication list to your doctor or pharmacist before you begin — they can confirm this product fits safely with everything you take.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This high-dose biotin supplement is a reasonable choice if you have a documented biotin deficiency or want to support hair and skin health, though the evidence for the latter is limited. It won't interact with your medications, but because it's a fairly large dose, it's worth confirming with your own doctor or pharmacist that it's right for you before you start.

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 Nov 22, 2023.

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 10,000 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Lake Avenue Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 898220017133
Net contents 30 Veggie Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Nov 22, 2023
DSLD ID 299322
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, 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 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
898220017133
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin10000 mcg33333%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Modified Cellulose, Rice extract, Rice hulls, Gum Arabic, Sunflower Oil

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 1 capsule daily with or without food. Do not exceed suggested use without consulting a Healthcare Practitioner.

Formulation

Formulated without: GMOs, gluten, or soy

Supports healthy hair, skin and nails

Not manufactured with milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, sesame, or gluten.

Precautions

Warnings: Keep out of reach of children.

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Biotin may vary based on your age, gender, or individual health and wellness needs.

It is recommended to consult with a qualified Healthcare Practitioner to determine your specific needs before using a high dose of Biotin especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have diagnosed medical conditions, or taking prescription medications.

Sealed for your protection, do not use if seal is missing or broken.

Not manufactured with milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, sesame, or gluten. Produced in a third-party cGMP facility that may process other products that contain these allergens.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Formula

Note: Biotin supplementation may help support healthy hair, skin & nails in individuals who are Biotin deficient.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

Lake Avenue Nutrition is a registered trademark of Madre Labs, LLC

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Biotin 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Biotin

No known
interactions
10000 mcg per serving

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...

Biotin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Modified Cellulose, Rice extract, Rice hulls, Gum Arabic, Sunflower Oil. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 10,000 mcg. 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 10,000 mcg, from the product label.

Lake Avenue Nutrition

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Name
Madre Labs, LLC
Street Address
301 N. Lake Ave., Ste. 500
City
Pasadena
State
CA
ZipCode
91101
Web Address
lakeavenuenutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Biotin 10,000 mcg by Lake Avenue Nutrition interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 10,000 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 10,000 mcg 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.
Is biotin safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Yes — biotin is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Normal dietary amounts and reasonable supplement doses are considered appropriate, though your doctor may want to discuss it with you, especially if you're taking a very high dose like this one.
Will this help my hair, skin, or nails?
Biotin is likely effective if you have an actual biotin deficiency, which can affect hair and skin. For other reasons — thinning hair, weak nails, or general skin health — the evidence isn't strong enough to rate it as effective. Talk with your doctor about whether supplementing makes sense for your situation.
What are the side effects?
Biotin is generally well tolerated. Rarely, high doses have caused mild diarrhea. One isolated case report described an inflammatory condition in a woman taking biotin plus other supplements, but it's unclear whether biotin was responsible.
Why does the product caution me to check with my doctor first?
At 10,000 mcg, this is a high-dose supplement — much more than you'd get from food. Your doctor should confirm it's right for you, especially if you have any health conditions or take other medications or supplements.
Will this interfere with lab tests or medications?
No interactions with medications are documented in our data. However, biotin can interfere with some lab tests that measure thyroid function or cardiac markers, so let your doctor or lab know you're taking it before any blood work.

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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 10,000 mcg’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 10,000 mcg'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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