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Biotin 1000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Foods Plus

Biotin 1000 mcg label
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Tablet Or Pill Category: Vitamin
No known interaction
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
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

The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Biotin 1000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Foods Plus 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus

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

Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Jul 16, 2026

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. Biotin 1000 mcg is the dose in each tablet.

The inactive ingredients are calcium carbonate, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, silica, and pharmaceutical glaze — these are the binders, fillers, and capsule materials that hold the tablet together.

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

This product doesn't appear to be marketed for a specific use, so we graded Biotin's overall clinical evidence instead.

Strong

Strong clinical evidence supports Biotin for:

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.
  • Since the label doesn't commit to one use, we graded the ingredient's overall clinical evidence instead.
  • On file: Biotin deficiency — rated "Likely Effective" (Natural Medicines).

Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency. For other uses — multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky, itchy scalp condition), and alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) — the evidence is either possibly ineffective or too limited to rate.

If you're taking this for one of those other reasons, the data we hold doesn't establish that it'll help.

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, because your body clears excess amounts through the urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea — a small number of trial participants experienced this at very high doses (300 mg daily, which is 300 times this product's dose).

There's one isolated case report of a different condition in an older patient taking biotin along with other supplements and medications, but it's unclear what caused it and no similar cases have been reported since. For pregnancy and lactation, biotin is rated likely safe, though you should confirm high-dose supplementation with your doctor or pharmacist first, since this product's 1000 mcg is well above typical dietary amounts.

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. That doesn't mean none could exist, so check your exact medications with the search tool on this page, or ask your pharmacist before you start.

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.

This supplement is straightforward: it's a single B vitamin with no documented drug interactions and a strong safety track record. If you're deficient in biotin, this is likely to help.

If you're taking it for hair loss, scalp issues, or MS, talk with your doctor first — the evidence for those uses isn't there. Your own pharmacist or doctor can confirm it fits your routine and health needs.

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 Feb 24, 2017.

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 Foods Plus
Barcode (UPC) 717284006580
Net contents 60 Tablet(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 24, 2017
DSLD ID 71100
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus, 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
717284006580
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin1000 mg333%

Other ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Pharmaceutical Glaze

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Label statements
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: Take 1 tablet daily as a dietary supplement or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Precautions

Keep out of reach of children.

Storage

Protect from heat, light and moisture. Store in a cool, dry place.

General Statements

Made in the U.S.A.

Since 1962

healthier hair, skin & nails

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

FP #658

Formulation

No sugar, starch, yeast, wheat, milk, soy, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives

Preservative free Non GMO Gluten-Free

Formula

essential B vitamin

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus label

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Biotin 1000 mcg label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus

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 mg 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: Calcium Carbonate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Magnesium Stearate, Silica, Pharmaceutical Glaze. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus 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.

Foods Plus

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Name
Foods Plus
Street Address
10 Henderson Drive
City
West Caldwell
State
New Jersey
ZipCode
07006
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus: Common Questions

Does Biotin 1000 mcg by Foods Plus 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?
Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, but for hair loss (alopecia areata), there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works. If that's why you're interested, talk with your doctor about what the evidence actually supports for your situation.
Is 1000 mcg a high dose?
Yes — 1000 mcg is well above what you'd get from food, and it's considered a supplement dose rather than a dietary amount. It's still generally safe and well tolerated, but your doctor or pharmacist should confirm it's right for you, especially if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
Can high-dose biotin cause side effects?
High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea. There's one isolated case report of a different condition, but it's unclear whether biotin caused it. Overall, the safety record is solid, and excess biotin is simply removed through urine.
Is biotin safe in pregnancy?
Biotin is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. That said, this is a high-dose supplement, so discuss it with your doctor or pharmacist before you take it — amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate, but high-dose products should be cleared with your healthcare provider first.
What does biotin actually do?
Biotin is a B vitamin that your body needs for healthy metabolism and skin, hair, and nail function. It's likely effective if you're deficient in it, though deficiency is uncommon in people eating a typical diet.

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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.

Herb & supplement monograph

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 plenty from a normal diet, and true defi...

Read the full Biotin monograph →
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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