Biotin 5000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Solaray
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 Solaray 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 Solaray
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 your body needs to process amino acids and glucose. Biotin is water-soluble, so your body excretes what it doesn't use through urine — that's why it's generally well tolerated even at higher doses like the 5,000 mcg in this capsule.
The rest is inactive ingredients (cellulose, stearic acid, silica, and magnesium stearate) — standard capsule fillers and binders.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency — straightforward use if your levels are low. For multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis, the evidence suggests it's probably not effective.
For alopecia areata (hair loss), there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works or not.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body sheds the excess through urine. At the doses in this supplement, it's considered safe.
That said, if you're considering high-dose biotin, check with your doctor first — amounts from food and standard prenatal vitamins are fine, but megadoses warrant a quick conversation. In rare cases, very high doses have been linked to mild diarrhea, and one case report describes a patient who developed a serious inflammatory condition after taking biotin 10 mg daily for 2 months (though it's unclear whether biotin was the cause).
Biotin is likely safe during pregnancy and lactation.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the ingredients we could check. You're clear on the medication side, but as always, let us know if you're on something unusual and want a second look.
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 biotin deficiency, this supplement can help. If you're taking it for hair loss, skin, or MS, the evidence doesn't support it.
Either way, no drug interactions are documented — it won't interfere with your medications. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you're unsure whether you actually need it.
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 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 5000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Solaray |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 076280435467 |
| Net contents | 60 VegCap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 325920 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 5000 mcg by Solaray, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 5000 mcg | 16667% |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate
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Brand IP Statement(s)
Solaray Est. 1973 A Brighter Way 1973
Formulation
Hair, skin & nails Timed release
Vegan
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Lab Verified Vegan
General Statements
Since 1973, we've scoured the globe for the highest quality ingredients, connecting you with the most efficacious supplements that help you live brighter & embrace the moments that matter most.
100% PCR Bottles
Precautions
Warning: Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Keep your licensed health care practitioner informed when using this product.
Keep out of reach of children.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions: Use only as directed. Take 1 VegCap daily with a meal or glass of water.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Formula
Discussion: This two-stage, timed-release formula is designed to release half of the Biotin rapidly and the other half gradually throughout the day, which may help extend the availability of the Biotin to the body over a longer period of time. Based on in-vitro dissolution tests designed to stimulate the digestive process. Individuals results may vary.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Biotin 5000 mcg by Solaray 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 Solaray
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 VegCap(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 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: Cellulose, Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 5000 mcg by Solaray 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.
Biotin 5000 mcg by Solaray: 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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