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Dietary supplement

Biotin 5000 Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Moss Nutrition

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

Biotin 5000 is a dietary supplement by Moss Nutrition 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 5000 by Moss Nutrition

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 your body needs to convert food into energy and support healthy hair, skin, and nails. Your dose here is 5,000 micrograms (mcg) per capsule.

The rest of the capsule is made up of inactive ingredients — dicalcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, cellulose, silicon dioxide, and vegetable stearate — which are fillers and binders that help hold the supplement together.

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: Essential coenzyme for healthy hair, skin & nails.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, Hair loss, Skin quality.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Biotin is rated "Likely Effective" for Biotin deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, so if you're actually short on this vitamin, it should help bring your levels back to normal. For other uses — multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky, itchy scalp condition), and alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) — the evidence either points to it not working or is too thin to say either way.

If you're taking it for hair, skin, or nails and you're not deficient to begin with, the science doesn't back it up yet.

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 high doses, because your body flushes out what it doesn't use through your urine. High-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea in people taking very large amounts daily.

One isolated case report linked high-dose biotin combined with other supplements to a chest lining inflammation, but it's unclear whether biotin was actually the culprit, and no similar cases have been reported since. The safety data advises checking with your doctor before taking high-dose products, though normal dietary and supplement amounts are considered appropriate.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, biotin is likely safe.

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. Run your specific medications through the checker on this page to be thorough, but this ingredient shouldn't interfere with how your drugs work.

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 5000 is a straightforward B-vitamin supplement with no known drug interactions and generally good tolerability. It's worth taking if you have a biotin deficiency; for other uses like hair or skin, the evidence doesn't support it yet.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking high-dose supplements regularly, talk to your doctor first.

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 Sep 25, 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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Biotin 5000, straight from the product label.

Brand Moss Nutrition
Barcode (UPC) M126
Net contents 90 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Sep 25, 2025
DSLD ID 334913
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Biotin 5000 by Moss Nutrition, 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
90
UPC/BARCODE
M126
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin5000 mcg16667%

Other ingredients: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Vegetable Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: 1 capsule per day or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Precautions

Warning: If you are taking medication, have a medical condition or an upcoming medical procedure, or are pregnant or nursing consult a physician before using.

If adverse reactions occur, discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner.

Keep out of reach of children.

FDA Disclaimer Statement

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

Brand IP Statement(s)

Moss Nutrition Professional Supplements Est. 1991

Formulation

Essential Coenzyme for healthy hair, skin & nails

Does not contain gluten.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Storage

Store sealed in a cool, dry place.

See for yourself

Biotin 5000 by Moss Nutrition label

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

What’s inside

The Ingredients in Biotin 5000 by Moss Nutrition

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 container90 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: Dicalcium Phosphate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide, Vegetable Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Biotin 5000 by Moss Nutrition Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 5000. 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 5000, from the product label.

Moss Nutrition

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Name
Moss Nutrition Products, Inc.
Street Address
380 Russell Street
City
Hadley
State
MA
ZipCode
01035
Phone Number
800-851-5444
Web Address
www.mossnutrition.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Biotin 5000 by Moss Nutrition: Common Questions

Does Biotin 5000 by Moss Nutrition interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 5000. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Biotin 5000 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 grow back or improve my skin?
The evidence doesn't support biotin for hair loss or seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky scalp). It's likely effective only if you actually have a biotin deficiency — which is rare. If you're not deficient, there's no solid proof it'll make a difference.
Is it safe to take this much biotin?
Yes, biotin is generally well tolerated even at high doses because your body gets rid of the excess in your urine. Mild diarrhea has been rarely reported at very high intakes, but that's uncommon. Still, it's worth checking with your doctor before starting a high-dose supplement.
Can I take biotin if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Biotin is likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. That said, amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate — check with your doctor before taking high-dose supplements if you're expecting or nursing.
What does biotin actually do in my body?
Biotin is a B vitamin that helps your body convert food into energy and supports the health of your hair, skin, and nails. Most people get enough from their diet, so a deficiency is uncommon in the U.S.
Does this product have fillers?
Yes — like most capsules, this one includes inactive ingredients like cellulose, dicalcium phosphate, and silicon dioxide that help hold it together. The only active ingredient is biotin.

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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 5000’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 5000'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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