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Dietary supplement

Biotin 2500 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Viva Naturals

Softgel Capsule Category: Vitamin
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Biotin 2500 mcg is a dietary supplement by Viva Naturals 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 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals

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, a B vitamin at 2500 micrograms per softgel. The softgel itself is made with organic coconut oil, organic yellow beeswax, and a softgel capsule—these are inactive ingredients (the capsule and carriers that hold the biotin).

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: promoting healthy hair, skin, and nails.
  • We looked for evidence on: Alopecia areata, Brittle nails, Biotin deficiency, Seborrheic dermatitis, hair thinning, nail health — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Biotin is rated "Likely Effective" for Biotin deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Seborrheic dermatitis.
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alopecia areata, Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, the condition it's most commonly used to prevent or treat. For multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis, the evidence we hold rates biotin as possibly ineffective—meaning the science doesn't suggest it'll help those conditions.

For hair loss (alopecia areata), there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether biotin works.

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 removes excess through urine. At the dose in this product, it's expected to be safe.

That said, high-dose biotin supplements warrant a quick conversation with your doctor first—amounts from food and standard prenatal vitamins are fine, but this product is a concentrated dose. Rarely, high-dose biotin has been linked to mild diarrhea; one case report described a more serious inflammation (eosinophilic pleuropericarditis) in an older patient taking biotin 10 mg daily along with other supplements and medications, though whether biotin caused it remains unclear.

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 biotin in this product. Still, run your exact medications through the search tool on this page before you start, or check in with your doctor or pharmacist.

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.

Biotin 2500 mcg is a reasonable choice if you're treating or preventing biotin deficiency. Before you start—especially at this high dose—talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist, particularly if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other supplements.

No medication interactions are documented, but your healthcare provider can confirm it's right for your personal situation.

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 Apr 22, 2021.

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 2500 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Viva Naturals
Barcode (UPC) X002L6DE0Z
Net contents 120 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 22, 2021
DSLD ID 248013
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
X002L6DE0Z
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin2500 mcg8333%

Other ingredients: Organic Coconut Oil, Softgel Capsule, organic yellow Beeswax

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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.
Formulation

Good for: Promoting healthy hair and skin, strong nails, and an active cellular metabolism.

Non GMO Gluten Free Dairy Free

Supports healthy hair + skin + strong nails

Manufactured without dairy, gluten or GMOs.

Formula

Made with: A power-shot of biotin in organic liquid coconut oil.

High-Potency Biotin with organic coconut oil

General Statements

A wealth of wellness www.vivanaturals.com

Storage

Storage Information: Store in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.

Precautions

Caution: As with any dietary supplement, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this or any product if you are pregnant, nursing, trying to conceive, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing.

Contains coconut.

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.

Seals/Symbols

Third Party Certified Purity & Potency

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take 1 softgel daily with a meal or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

See for yourself

Biotin 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container120 Amounts shown are per serving.

Biotin

No known
interactions
2500 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: Organic Coconut Oil, Softgel Capsule, Organic yellow Beeswax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 2500 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 2500 mcg, from the product label.

Viva Naturals

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Name
Viva Naturals Inc.
Street Address
228 Park Ave South Suite 2400
City
New York
State
NY
ZipCode
10003
Phone Number
1-800-921-8482
Web Address
www.vivanaturals.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals: Common Questions

Does Biotin 2500 mcg by Viva Naturals interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 2500 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 2500 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.
Is biotin safe to take while I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Biotin is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. That said, amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are the normal approach—check with your doctor before taking a high-dose supplement like this one to make sure it's right for you.
Can biotin help with hair loss?
There isn't enough reliable evidence yet to say whether biotin works for alopecia areata (hair loss). If you're considering it for that reason, talk it over with your doctor first.
What side effects can biotin cause?
At high doses, mild diarrhea has been rarely reported. One older patient in a case report developed a serious inflammation after taking 10 mg daily along with other supplements, but it's unclear whether biotin was the cause. Most people tolerate it well because excess is cleared through urine.
Is this product just biotin, or does it have fillers?
The active ingredient is biotin alone. The softgel capsule itself is made from organic coconut oil, organic yellow beeswax, and the capsule material—these are inactive ingredients that hold and deliver the biotin.

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Biotin 2500 mcg label
Go deeper

The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 2500 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 2500 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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