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Dietary supplement

Biotin 1000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Finest Nutrition

Tablet Or Pill Category: Vitamin
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Biotin 1000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Finest 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 1000 mcg by Finest 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 (also called vitamin B7), a water-soluble B vitamin. Your body needs biotin to help convert food into energy and to support healthy skin, hair, and nails.

The tablet also includes inactive ingredients — calcium carbonate, cellulose, and silica — which are common 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: Biotin supports protein and fat metabolism.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Biotin is rated "Likely Effective" for Biotin deficiency (Natural Medicines).

Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency, which is rare but can happen with certain medications or digestive conditions. For other uses — hair loss (alopecia areata), multiple sclerosis, and seborrheic dermatitis (a type of eczema) — the evidence we have rates it either possibly ineffective or insufficient to say whether it works.

If you're taking biotin for hair, skin, or nails in hopes of seeing a change, talk with your doctor about what the science actually supports.

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 at standard doses. Your body clears excess biotin through urine, so it doesn't build up in your system.

High-dose biotin supplements are rare causes of mild diarrhea, and one unusual case report linked very high doses to inflammation of the heart lining, though it's unclear whether biotin was the culprit. Amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are fine, but if you're considering high-dose supplements, check with your doctor first.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, biotin is rated likely safe.

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 with any medications.

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 supplement makes sense if you have a documented biotin deficiency — your doctor can test for that. For hair, skin, or nail health, the evidence doesn't clearly show it works, so set expectations carefully.

At the dose and form here, it's generally well tolerated. Talk with your doctor about whether it fits your needs and whether the dose is right for you.

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 Jun 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Biotin 1000 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Finest Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) 311917138596
Net contents 100 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jun 24, 2016
DSLD ID 60522
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Tablet Or Pill
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 1000 mcg by Finest 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 Tablet(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Tablet(s)
UPC/BARCODE
311917138596
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin1000 mcg333%

Other ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Silica, Contains <2% of:

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Label statements
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Precautions

Use only if inner seal is not broken or missing.

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing a baby or considering becoming pregnant, ask a doctor before using this product. If you take a prescription medication or have any medical condition, consult a physician before using this product.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) tablet daily with the meal of your choice.

One per day

Storage

Store at room temperature, tightly closed.

General Statements

Biotin is a water-soluble B vitamin that assists protein and fat metabolism for energy use.

100% Satisfaction guaranteed

Energy metabolism

Helps support carbohydrate, fat & energy metabolism

Formulation

Vegetarian Formula

No yeast, no gluten, no milk or milk derivatives, no lactose, no sugar, no preservatives, no soy, no artificial color, no artificial flavor, no sodium.

FDA Statement of Identity

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.

Dietary supplement

Brand IP Statement(s)

2016 Walgreen Co.

General

ITEM 413739 W10093-0116-F Item: 9864 B7961 01A

Formula

Biotin 1000 mcg per tablet

See for yourself

Biotin 1000 mcg by Finest Nutrition label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 1000 mcg by Finest Nutrition

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 known
interactions
1000 mcg per serving Form: D-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...

Biotin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Silica, Contains <2% of:. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 1000 mcg by Finest Nutrition 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.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Biotin 1000 mcg, from the product label.

Finest Nutrition

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Name
Walgreen Co.
Street Address
200 Wilmot Rd.
City
Deerfield
State
IL
ZipCode
60015
Phone Number
1-800-925-4733
Web Address
walgreens.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 1000 mcg by Finest Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Biotin 1000 mcg by Finest Nutrition interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 1000 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 1000 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.
Will biotin help my hair grow?
The evidence for biotin in alopecia areata (hair loss) is insufficient to say whether it works. If you're hoping for thicker or faster hair growth, talk with your doctor about what the research actually supports before starting supplements.
Is it okay to take biotin while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Biotin is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. Amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are definitely fine, but discuss high-dose supplements with your doctor to be sure they're right for you.
Can I take too much biotin?
Your body removes excess biotin through urine, so it doesn't accumulate. That said, very high doses are rarely linked to mild diarrhea. Standard doses like this 1,000 mcg tablet are considered safe, but if you're thinking about megadose supplements, check with your doctor first.
Does biotin really work for deficiency?
Yes — biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency. If you think you might have one, your doctor can test for it and confirm whether supplementation makes sense.
What's inside this tablet besides biotin?
The active ingredient is biotin. The inactive ingredients are calcium carbonate, cellulose, and silica — common binders and fillers used in tablets. There are no artificial additives listed.

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Biotin 1000 mcg label
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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

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.

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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