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Dietary supplement

Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Spring Valley

Tablet Or Pill Category: Other Combinations
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin is a dietary supplement by Spring Valley with 2 active ingredients. 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 plus Keratin by Spring Valley

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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains two active ingredients: biotin and keratin. Biotin is a B vitamin your body uses to convert food into energy and maintain healthy skin, hair, and nails.

Keratin is a structural protein found naturally in hair and nails. The product includes several inactive ingredients (microcrystalline cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, and others) that serve as binders and fillers.

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: Hair, skin, and nail health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, hair loss, nail health, skin condition.
  • 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 — if your doctor has confirmed you're deficient, this dose can help correct it. For other uses, the evidence is less clear: it's rated possibly ineffective for multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis, and there isn't enough reliable evidence to rate it for hair loss (alopecia areata).

We don't hold effectiveness data for keratin.

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 high doses, because your body excretes what it doesn't use in urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea, and one case report described a possible reaction with a combination of biotin and pantothenic acid in a patient taking other medications — but the cause wasn't clear.

Because this product contains a high dose (10,000 mcg), check with your doctor before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements. Pregnancy and lactation: biotin at normal dietary and supplement levels is likely safe, but discuss high-dose products 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 the ingredient we could check (biotin). We don't hold interaction data for keratin, so mention this product to your doctor or pharmacist to confirm it won't interfere with any medications 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 is a straightforward biotin-and-keratin supplement suited for people whose doctor has identified a biotin deficiency or who want to try high-dose biotin for hair and nail health — though the evidence for those cosmetic uses is mixed. Because the dose is high, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, particularly if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Sep 22, 2022.

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 plus Keratin, straight from the product label.

Brand Spring Valley
Net contents 60 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 22, 2022
DSLD ID 271610
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin by Spring Valley, 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
Servings per container
60
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin10000 mcg33333%
Keratin100 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Crospovidone, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Polydextrose, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Silica, Talc, Titanium Dioxide

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Label statements
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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.

Formulation

Extra Strength

Hair/Skin/Nail Health Biotin is a B vitamin that may help support healthy energy metabolism. Biotin and keratin may support healthy hair, skin, and nails.

No Gluten, Synthetic Dyes, Artificial Flavors, Lactose

Product of China

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Biotin 10,000 mcg per tablet plus Keratin

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Adults, take one tablet daily with food as a dietary supplement.

Precautions

Warning: Pregnant or nursing women, individuals taking medication(s) or persons who have a health condition should consult their doctor before using this product.

Keep out of reach of children.

For your protection, do not use if printed seal under cap is broken or missing.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Storage

Store at room temperature 59 degrees-86 degrees F (15 degrees - 30 degrees C). Keep bottle tightly closed.

General Statements

Quality Guaranteed Spring Valley products are produced under strict quality guidelines. If you are unhappy with this product, we'll replace it or refund your money. For questions or comments call 1-866-251-1662. Walmart.com/springvalley

See for yourself

Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin by Spring Valley label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin by Spring Valley

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

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

Keratin

100 mg per serving

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Crospovidone, Magnesium Stearate, Maltodextrin, Polydextrose, Polyethylene Glycol, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Silica, Talc, Titanium Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin by Spring Valley Drug Interactions

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

Spring Valley

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Name
Walmart Inc.
City
Bentonville
State
AR
ZipCode
72716
Phone Number
1-866-251-1662
Web Address
Walmart.com/springvalley
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin by Spring Valley: Common Questions

Does Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin by Spring Valley interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 10,000 mcg plus Keratin contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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.
Does biotin really help with hair and nail growth?
Biotin is likely effective if you have a biotin deficiency — your doctor can test for that. For general hair and nail strength without a confirmed deficiency, the evidence is mixed and rated insufficient. If that's what you're hoping for, talk to your doctor first to see if testing or treatment makes sense for you.
Is this safe to take long-term?
Biotin is generally well tolerated at high doses because excess is removed through urine. That said, check with your doctor before starting a high-dose product like this one, especially if you're also taking other supplements or have any underlying health conditions.
Can I take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Normal dietary and supplement amounts of biotin are likely safe in pregnancy and lactation, but this is a high-dose product. Talk with your doctor before you start it — they'll know your individual situation and can tell you whether it's right for you.
What are the side effects?
High-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea. One case report described a possible reaction involving biotin and another supplement in a patient on other medications, but it's unclear whether biotin was the cause. Most people taking this product won't experience side effects.
Why is the biotin dose so high?
Your body excretes excess biotin in urine, so high doses don't accumulate — but that also means much of what you take may not be used. The high dose is intended to ensure adequate biotin reaches your system, but talk with your doctor about whether you actually need this amount.

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