Biotin 5,000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin 5,000 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 5,000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Futurebiotics 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 5,000 mcg by Futurebiotics
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 that plays a role in how your body breaks down carbohydrates, fats, and amino acids. At 5,000 micrograms per tablet, this is a high-dose supplement — well above the typical dietary amount.
The tablet also contains inactive ingredients (dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide), which are fillers and binders that help hold it together.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating actual biotin deficiency, a rare condition. For other uses — hair loss (alopecia areata), multiple sclerosis, and seborrheic dermatitis (a scaly skin condition) — the evidence doesn't support it.
Multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis are rated possibly ineffective, and hair loss has insufficient reliable evidence to rate.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at high doses, because your body removes excess through urine. High-dose biotin has been rarely linked to mild diarrhea; one case report documented transient diarrhea in patients taking 300 mg daily — far higher than this product's 5 mg dose.
Because this is a high-dose supplement, check with your doctor before starting, especially if you're on other medications or have any health concerns.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the biotin in this product. Still, mention it to your pharmacist when you pick up any new prescription — it's always good practice.
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 mainly useful if you have a confirmed biotin deficiency — an uncommon condition. If you're hoping it'll help with hair loss, psoriasis, or another skin or nerve condition, the evidence doesn't back that up.
Talk to your pharmacist about why you want to take it and whether it's the right fit for what you're hoping to achieve.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jan 23, 2025.
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 5,000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Futurebiotics |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 049479889365 |
| Net contents | 360 Vegetarian Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 325711 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 5,000 mcg by Futurebiotics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 5000 mcg | 16667% |
Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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Precautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Warnings: Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a healthcare professional before taking this product if you have a medical condition, taking medications, or planning to undergo laboratory testing.
Do not exceed the recommended dosage. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if any adverse reactions occur. Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.
Storage
Store at room temperature. Protect from light.
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
General Statements
1 Year Supply
Formulation
Supports healthy hair, skin, nails, & energy production
Free of gluten and soy Lab Tested GMO Free
Seals/Symbols
Lab Tested GMO Free
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by healthcare professional.
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Biotin 5,000 mcg by Futurebiotics 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 5,000 mcg by Futurebiotics
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 Servings per container360 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: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Croscarmellose Sodium, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 5,000 mcg by Futurebiotics Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 5,000 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 5,000 mcg, from the product label.
Futurebiotics
See all Futurebiotics products- Name
- Futurebiotics
- City
- Hauppauge
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11788
- Phone Number
- (800) 367-5433
- Web Address
- www.futurebiotics.com
Biotin 5,000 mcg by Futurebiotics: Common Questions
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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 5,000 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 5,000 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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