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Dietary supplement

Biotin 5,000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Nature's Lab

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

Biotin 5,000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Nature's Lab 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 Nature's Lab

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 that your body needs to process nutrients and maintain healthy hair, skin, and nails. Each capsule delivers 5,000 micrograms (mcg)—a dose well above what you'd get from food alone.

The remaining ingredients are inactive: rice flour, gelatin, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide, which form and stabilize the capsule.

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: hair, skin and nail health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Alopecia areata, Brittle nails, Seborrheic dermatitis, Biotin deficiency, hair thinning, nail strength — 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, so if your doctor has confirmed you're low on this vitamin, supplementing makes sense. For other uses—multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky scalp or face rash), and hair loss (alopecia areata)—the evidence isn't solid enough to say whether biotin helps.

If you're considering it for one of those reasons, talk it over with your doctor first to see whether there's a better option for you.

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 simply excretes excess through urine. High-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea in some people.

One isolated case report described a person who developed chest inflammation after taking biotin alongside pantothenic acid and another medication, but it's unclear whether biotin was actually responsible, and no similar cases have been reported since. Normal dietary amounts and typical supplement doses are safe; if you're considering a high-dose product like this one, check with your doctor first.

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 for biotin in our data. You're clear to use this product alongside your medications, but confirm with your own doctor or pharmacist if you have questions about your specific routine.

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 is straightforward to use if your doctor has identified a biotin deficiency. It won't interact with your medications, and the dose is considered safe for most people.

That said, high-dose biotin is best discussed with your own doctor beforehand, especially if you have any ongoing health concerns or take multiple medications.

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 24, 2019.

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 5,000 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Nature's Lab
Barcode (UPC) 818014015039
Net contents 60 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 24, 2019
DSLD ID 205345
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, 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 5,000 mcg by Nature's Lab, 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 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
60
UPC/BARCODE
818014015039
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin5000 mcg1667%

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide

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Label statements
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Formula

Biotin is an essential B vitamin, it's a water soluble vitamin that is not stored in the body and must be continuously replaced. Biotin: Supports the breakdown of fatty acids into energy for the body Supports the action of enzymes that affect the skin and intestinal tract May help strengthen brittle nails

Biotin 5,000 mcg per capsule

FDA Disclaimer Statement

This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Precautions

Warnings: Pregnant or lactating women and people with known medical conditions and/or taking drugs should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner prior to taking dietary supplements.

Do not use if seal is broken.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation

Non-GMO Gluten free

Free of: Sugar, salt, dairy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, preservatives, titanium dioxide, artificial colors and flavors.

General Statements

#1 Natural & science based formulas

Supports hair, skin & nail health

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule with meal or as directed by a qualified healthcare practitioner.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

See for yourself

Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature's Lab label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature's Lab

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.

Biotin

No known
interactions
5000 mcg 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: Rice Flour, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature's Lab 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.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Biotin 5,000 mcg, from the product label.

Nature's Lab

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Name
DrVita Labs
Street Address
6980 W. Warm Springs Road Suite 100
City
Las Vegas
State
NV
ZipCode
89113
Phone Number
1-888-793-0351
Web Address
www.natureslab.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature's Lab: Common Questions

Does Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature's Lab interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 5,000 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 5,000 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 or nails grow?
The evidence for biotin in hair loss (alopecia areata) isn't established in the data we hold. If you're losing hair or dealing with weak nails, talk to your doctor to figure out what's causing it and whether biotin is worth trying for your situation.
Is this dose (5,000 mcg) safe to take every day?
Biotin at this level is considered safe and well tolerated because excess is removed through urine. The caution is to discuss high-dose supplements like this one with your doctor first, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Biotin is likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. Amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate, but because this is a high-dose supplement, check with your doctor before adding it to see if it's right for you right now.
What does biotin actually do?
Biotin is a B vitamin that helps your body process nutrients and keep your hair, skin, and nails healthy. If you're deficient, supplementing is likely to help; if your levels are normal, extra biotin may not make a difference.
Are there any side effects?
High-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea. One very rare case report described chest inflammation in a person taking biotin alongside other supplements and medications, but it's not clear biotin was to blame, and nothing similar has been reported since.

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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

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.

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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