Biotin 600 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Source Naturals
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin 600 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 600 mcg is a dietary supplement by Source Naturals 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 600 mcg by Source Naturals
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 at 600 micrograms per tablet. Biotin plays a role in how your body uses carbohydrates, fats, and amino acids — the building blocks of protein.
The inactive ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, and magnesium stearate — standard tablet binders and flow agents.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, the one condition where strong evidence supports its use. For multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky, inflamed scalp condition), the evidence suggests it probably won't help.
For alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), we don't yet have enough reliable evidence to rate whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body flushes excess amounts through the urine. The product is likely safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding in normal dietary and supplement amounts.
High-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea in people taking very large daily amounts. One isolated case report linked high-dose biotin combined with other supplements to fluid around the heart and lungs, but that case was complex and hasn't happened again — the connection to biotin alone remains unclear.
If you're considering high-dose biotin beyond typical supplement amounts, talk it over with your doctor first.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the biotin in this product.
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 with no medication interactions on record. It's useful if you have a biotin deficiency and is generally well tolerated.
If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or thinking about taking high-dose supplements, check with your own doctor or pharmacist to make sure it fits your situation.
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 7, 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
General information
Key facts about Biotin 600 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Source Naturals |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 021078012856 |
| Net contents | 200 Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 7, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 185256 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 600 mcg by Source Naturals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 600 mcg | 200% |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate
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FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Seals/Symbols
Non GMO validated
Formulation
Non GMO validated
Suitable for vegetarians.
Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial color, flavor or fragrance.
Formula
Biotin is a water soluble vitamin required by our bodies to maintain healthy hair and skin.
General Statements
Its involvement as a coenzyme in carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism also supports our metabolic processes that burn fuel and produce energy, as well as supporting normal functioning of the nervous system.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: 1 tablet daily.
Precautions
Note: If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.
Do not use if either tamper-evident seal is broken or missing.
Keep out of the 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.
General
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Biotin 600 mcg by Source Naturals 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 600 mcg by Source Naturals
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 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: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 600 mcg by Source Naturals Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 600 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 600 mcg, from the product label.
Source Naturals
- Name
- Source Naturals, Inc.
- Street Address
- P. O. Box 2118
- City
- Santa Cruz
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 95062
- Web Address
- www.sourcenaturals.com
Biotin 600 mcg by Source Naturals: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 600 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 600 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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