Biotin 1000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by ShopRite
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 ShopRite 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 ShopRite
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 break down food and keep skin, hair, and nails healthy. The rest — calcium carbonate, cellulose, silica, and trace ingredients — are the tablet itself, not active components.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, which can happen if you don't eat enough eggs, almonds, salmon, or other biotin-rich foods. For other uses — multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a red, itchy scalp condition), or hair loss from alopecia areata — the evidence we hold is either insufficient to rate it or suggests it probably doesn't help.
Talk to your doctor if you're taking biotin hoping to treat one of those conditions.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body clears the excess through urine. At the dose in this product, it's unlikely to cause trouble.
High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea in a small number of people. One isolated case report described a woman who developed a heart and lung inflammation after taking very high doses of biotin (10 mg daily) along with other supplements, but whether biotin was the cause isn't clear.
Before taking high-dose biotin supplements, check with your doctor first.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for biotin with the medications we have data for. That's the good news — you're unlikely to have a direct clash.
Still, mention it to your pharmacist or doctor so they can confirm it fits with your full medication list.
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 product is a straightforward way to get biotin if you have a true biotin deficiency or just want to make sure you're getting enough. If you're hoping it'll help with hair loss, a skin condition, or multiple sclerosis, the evidence for those uses is weak or lacking.
Talk to your doctor about whether biotin makes sense for what you're trying to treat.
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 Jul 25, 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 | ShopRite |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 041190225231 |
| Net contents | 100 Coated Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 25, 2016 |
| DSLD ID | 63104 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
Everything in this section is reproduced from the manufacturer’s own product label — it’s the label speaking, not HelloPharmacist. We show it so you can see exactly what the maker states; we don’t verify or endorse those statements.
Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 1000 mcg by ShopRite, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 1000 mcg | 333% |
Other ingredients: Calcium Carbonate, Cellulose, Silica, Contains less than 2% of:
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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.
Brand IP Statement(s)
2016
Formulation
Trans Fat 0g
FREE OF: yeast, wheat, gluten, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, sugar, preservatives, soy, artificial color, artificial flavor, sodium (less than 5 mg per serving).
FDA Statement of Identity
DIETARY SUPPLEMENT
General Statements
SUPPORTS HEALTHY HAIR, SKIN & NAILS
Safety sealed.
Biotin is essential for the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. In addition, Biotin helps to support strong nails and healthy hair and skin.
QUALITY GUARANTEE
Actual size of tablet
General
Prod No. 7961 B7961 02A USN
Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
WARNING: If you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.
Do not use if seal under cap is cut, torn or missing.
Storage
Store at room temperature 15(0)-30(0)C (59(0)-86(0)F), tightly closed.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
DIRECTIONS: For adults, take one (1) tablet daily, preferably with a meal. As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.
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.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Biotin 1000 mcg by ShopRite 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 ShopRite
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 less than 2% of:. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 1000 mcg by ShopRite 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.
ShopRite
See all ShopRite products- Name
- Wakefern Food Corp.
- Street Address
- 5000 Riverside Drive
- City
- Keasbey
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 08832
- Phone Number
- 1-800-746-7483
- Web Address
- www.shoprite.com
Biotin 1000 mcg by ShopRite: Common Questions
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Where does this information come from?
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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Label information is sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database and reflects the product version on file; always read your actual product label. This page is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Confirm with your pharmacist or doctor before combining supplements and medications.
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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