Biotin 5000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin 5000 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 5000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Bronson Basics 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 mcg by Bronson Basics
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 your body needs to process fats, carbohydrates, and amino acids. Each tablet or pill delivers 5,000 micrograms (mcg).
The remaining ingredients are inactive fillers and binders that help form and preserve the tablet.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency — a genuine lack of this vitamin in your system. For other uses like multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (flaky, inflamed skin), or alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), the evidence either shows it's likely ineffective, possibly ineffective, or isn't strong enough to rate.
If you're considering this for one of those conditions, talk with your doctor first about whether it's right for you.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at higher doses, because your body excretes excess amounts in your urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been associated with mild diarrhea — a small number of people taking very large doses reported this side effect.
The product label notes that amounts from food and regular prenatal vitamins are fine, but you should check with your doctor before taking high-dose supplements like this one.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for biotin. Even so, run your current medications through the checker on this page before you add this 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.
This is a straightforward biotin supplement best suited for people with an actual biotin deficiency. If you're considering it for hair loss, skin conditions, or other uses, the evidence doesn't support those — talk with your pharmacist or doctor first.
High-dose biotin is generally safe, but worth discussing with your doctor before you start, especially if you're pregnant or nursing.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Oct 24, 2024.
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 5000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Bronson Basics |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | X003KJ1PDF |
| Net contents | 360 Mini Vegetarian Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Oct 24, 2024 |
| DSLD ID | 317306 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 5000 mcg by Bronson Basics, 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
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Bronson Nutrition+ Since 1960
Formulation
Supports healthy hair, skin, nails, & energy production Beauty support
GMO-Free Gluten-Free Soy-Free
General Statements
1 year supply 360 count
Nutrition questions or comments? [email protected] Call 1-800-235-3200 Mon. - Fri. 7 AM - 6 PM MST Sat. 8 AM - 4:30 PM MST New
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: As a dietary supplement for adults, take 1 tablet daily, preferably with a meal or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Precautions
Warning: 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.
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
Lab tested Made from high quality ingredients 365 days 100% money back guaranteed GMP good manufacturing practice
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Biotin 5000 mcg by Bronson Basics 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 5000 mcg by Bronson Basics
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 5000 mcg by Bronson Basics Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 5000 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 5000 mcg, from the product label.
Bronson Basics
See all Bronson Basics products- Name
- Bronson Laboratories
- Street Address
- 70 Commerce Drive
- City
- Hauppauge
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 11788
- Phone Number
- 1-800-235-3200
- Web Address
- BronsonVitamins.com
Biotin 5000 mcg by Bronson Basics: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 5000 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 5000 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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