Biotin 10,000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Nutricost
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin 10,000 mcg against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Biotin 10,000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Nutricost 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 Nutricost
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: biotin, a B vitamin your body uses to help break down carbohydrates, fats, and amino acids from food. Each capsule delivers 10,000 micrograms (mcg) — a high-dose form.
The capsule itself is made from hypromellose (a plant-based cellulose), with rice flour as a filler.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency, a genuine but uncommon condition. For other uses — including multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a scalp inflammation), and alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) — the evidence is either insufficient or suggests it may not work.
If you're considering this supplement for a specific health concern, talk it over with your doctor to see if testing for deficiency or another approach might be a better fit.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at high doses, because your body excretes excess amounts in your urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea; one small trial reported transient mild diarrhea in two patients taking 300 mg daily (much higher than this 10 mcg dose).
One case report described eosinophilic pleuropericarditis (a rare inflammation of the heart and lung lining) in an elderly woman taking biotin 10 mg daily alongside other supplements and medications, but a direct link to biotin wasn't established and no other cases have been reported. Normal dietary and supplement amounts, including this product, are likely fine — but check with your doctor before taking any high-dose biotin supplement.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for biotin at this dose. Still, run your exact medications through the checker on this page or confirm with your own pharmacist before starting.
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 10,000 mcg is a good choice if you've been diagnosed with biotin deficiency and your doctor has recommended supplementation. Because this is a high-dose form, talk with your own doctor first — especially if you have any existing health concerns or take any medications.
No interactions are documented, but that's not a guarantee none exist.
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 Jan 24, 2024.
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
General information
Key facts about Biotin 10,000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nutricost |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 702669931663 |
| Net contents | 240 Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 24, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 306187 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 10,000 mcg by Nutricost, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 10000 mcg | 33330% |
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily with 8-12 oz of water or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Formulation
Third party tested
Gluten-free
Made and quality tested in the USA with globally sourced ingredients.
Vegetarian product
Non-GMO product
Precautions
Warning: for healthy individuals 18 years and older.
Consult a healthcare professional prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing.
Storage
Notice: Store in a cool, dry place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Formula
Vitamin B7 10,000 MCG per serving
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Nutricost Quality Guaranteed
GMP Compliant facility
General Statements
Same amount smaller size! We have condensed the same amounts of the active ingredients you expect into a smaller, easier to consume capsule (30% smaller). New old Actual comparison, not actual size
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Biotin 10,000 mcg by Nutricost label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Biotin 10,000 mcg by Nutricost
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 container240 Amounts shown are per serving.
Biotin
No knowninteractions
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 & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Hypromellose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 10,000 mcg by Nutricost 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.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Biotin 10,000 mcg, from the product label.
Nutricost
See all Nutricost products- Name
- Nutricost
- Street Address
- 351 E 1750 N
- City
- Vineyard
- State
- UT
- ZipCode
- 84059
- Phone Number
- (866) 438-3694
- Web Address
- www.nutricost.com
Biotin 10,000 mcg by Nutricost: Common Questions
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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 & 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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
- 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
- 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
- Mock DM, Quirk JG, Mock NI. Marginal biotin deficiency during normal pregnancy. Am J Clin Nutr 2002;75:295-9. PubMed
- 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
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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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