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Dietary supplement

Biotin 500 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Village Vitality

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

Biotin 500 mcg is a dietary supplement by Village Vitality 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 500 mcg by Village Vitality

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. Each capsule delivers 500 micrograms.

The remaining ingredients—cellulose, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate—are inactive components that 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: promote healthy skin, hair and nails.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, Seborrheic dermatitis, hair loss, nail health.
  • 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 Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, a genuine lack of this vitamin in your body. For other uses—multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a type of scalp inflammation), and hair loss (alopecia areata)—the evidence doesn't support it.

The data on MS and seborrheic dermatitis rates biotin as possibly ineffective, and for alopecia areata, there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it helps.

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 excretes excess amounts in your urine. At the 500 mcg dose in this product, you're unlikely to run into trouble.

High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea in a small number of people, and one isolated case report described an unusual inflammatory condition in an older adult taking a much higher dose (10 mg daily) alongside other supplements and medications. There's no clear proof biotin caused that reaction.

During pregnancy and while breastfeeding, normal dietary and supplement amounts are considered likely safe, but if you're pregnant, nursing, or thinking about taking a high-dose biotin product, talk 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 in our data for the biotin in this product. You should still confirm your complete medication list with your doctor or pharmacist before starting any new supplement.

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.

If you have a biotin deficiency, this supplement is likely to help. If you're taking it for hair loss, MS, or scalp inflammation, the evidence doesn't support its use.

The 500 mcg dose is well tolerated and has no documented drug interactions. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or considering high-dose biotin supplements.

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 Mar 24, 2020.

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 500 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Village Vitality
Barcode (UPC) 719985207259
Net contents 30 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Mar 24, 2020
DSLD ID 215279
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
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 500 mcg by Village Vitality, 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
30
UPC/BARCODE
719985207259
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin500 mcg167%

Other ingredients: Capsule, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Formula

Biotin, part of the vitamin B family, is known for its ability to promote healthy skin, hair, and nails, as well as its role in energy production.

Formulation

Like the other B vitamins, biotin is a water-soluble nutrient, requiring daily replenishment. We guarantee our supplements for potency and purity

Promotes healthy skin, hair and nails

Contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives; no wheat, gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, crustacean shellfish or fish.

Precautions

To report a serious adverse event, call 1-888-710-0006

Keep out of reach of children.

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.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Double verified gluten free

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take one capsule daily with food.

See for yourself

Biotin 500 mcg by Village Vitality label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 500 mcg by Village Vitality

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 container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Biotin

No known
interactions
500 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: Capsule, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 500 mcg by Village Vitality Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 500 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 500 mcg, from the product label.

Village Vitality

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Name
Village Vitality, LLC
City
Saugerties
State
NY
ZipCode
12477
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 500 mcg by Village Vitality: Common Questions

Does Biotin 500 mcg by Village Vitality interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 500 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 500 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 this help my hair loss?
The evidence for biotin and hair loss (alopecia areata) isn't established enough to say either way. If hair loss is your main reason for taking it, talk with your doctor first—there may be other options worth exploring.
Is biotin safe to take every day?
Yes. Biotin is generally well tolerated even at fairly high doses because excess amounts leave your body in urine. This 500 mcg dose is considered safe for regular use.
Can I take this while pregnant?
Normal dietary and supplement amounts of biotin are considered likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you're pregnant or nursing, talk with your doctor before starting this product to make sure the dose is right for you.
What is biotin actually for?
Biotin is a B vitamin your body needs for energy and metabolism. This supplement is likely effective if you have a biotin deficiency—an actual lack of the vitamin. If you just want it as a general supplement, the evidence for other benefits like hair or skin health is weak.
Does biotin cause side effects?
At this dose, side effects are rare. High-dose biotin has occasionally caused mild diarrhea in a small number of people. One unusual case of inflammation was reported with much higher doses, but whether biotin caused it is unclear.

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Biotin 500 mcg label
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 500 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 500 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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