Biotin 1000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin 1000 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 1000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Family Wellness 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 1000 mcg by Family Wellness
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 needs to convert food into energy and support healthy skin, hair, and nails. The rest is inert fillers — calcium carbonate, cellulose, and silica — that hold the tablet together.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency, which is rare but can happen with certain medications or medical conditions. For other uses — multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a scaly skin rash), or hair loss — the evidence either suggests it probably won't help or isn't strong enough to rate.
If you're taking biotin for hair, skin, or nails without a confirmed deficiency, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about whether it's the right choice for you.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at higher doses, because your body sheds what it doesn't need through urine. The main caution is with high-dose supplements: amounts from food and regular prenatal vitamins are fine, but if you're considering a high-dose product, check with your doctor first.
Mild diarrhea has been rarely reported at very high doses, and one isolated case report linked high-dose biotin (paired with another supplement) to a type of lung and heart inflammation — though the cause wasn't clear and no other cases have emerged. Biotin is likely safe in pregnancy and lactation at normal dietary and supplement levels.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for biotin. That said, check your exact medications using the tool on this page, and confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — they know your full health picture.
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.
If you have a biotin deficiency, this supplement addresses that well. If you're taking it for hair, skin, or nails without a deficiency, evidence of benefit is weak or lacking.
High-dose biotin is generally tolerated, but talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 24, 2016.
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 1000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Family Wellness |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 032251027161 |
| Net contents | 100 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 24, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 63626 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 1000 mcg by Family Wellness, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 1000 mcg | 333% |
Other ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Silica, Contains <2% of:
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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General Statements
Biotin is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.* In addition, Biotin helps to support strong nails and healthy hair and skin.*
100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY BACK
ACTUAL SIZE
NOT 100% SATISFIED? Return package and unused product within 30 days to any Family Dollar store for a refund (with receipt) or exchange.
SUPPORTS HEALTHY SKIN, HAIR & NAILS*
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Formulation
No yeast, wheat, gluten, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, sugar, preservatives, soy, artificial color, artificial flavor, salt.
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.
General
SKU 901828 V-98903 B7961 01A Prod. No. 7961
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: For adults, take one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal.
Precautions
WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
TAMPER RESISTANT: DO NOT USE IF SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
Storage
STORE AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AND AVOID EXCESSIVE HEAT.
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Biotin 1000 mcg by Family Wellness 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 1000 mcg by Family Wellness
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill 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: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Silica, Contains <2% of:. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 1000 mcg by Family Wellness Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 1000 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 1000 mcg, from the product label.
Family Wellness
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- Family Dollar Services, Inc.
- Street Address
- 10401 Monroe Road
- City
- Matthews
- State
- NC
- ZipCode
- 28105
Biotin 1000 mcg by Family Wellness: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 1000 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 1000 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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