Biotin 2500 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin 2500 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 2500 mcg is a dietary supplement by Sports Research 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 2500 mcg by Sports Research
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 break down food into energy and maintain healthy skin and hair. You get some biotin naturally from food (eggs, almonds, sweet potatoes), but this supplement delivers 2500 micrograms — a concentrated dose.
The softgel capsule also contains coconut oil, a plant-based capsule material, and rice bran wax as inactive ingredients.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency — if your doctor confirms you're deficient, this supplement can correct that. For other uses listed in the research, the evidence is weaker: it's rated possibly ineffective for multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis, and there isn't reliable evidence yet to rate whether it helps with alopecia areata (hair loss).
Talk with your doctor about whether biotin is the right choice for your specific situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at high doses, because your body excretes excess amounts in urine. The main caution is that while normal dietary amounts and standard supplement doses are fine, very high-dose biotin products (like this one) warrant a conversation with your doctor first.
High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea in isolated cases, and one uncommon report described a person who developed a fluid-collection condition around the heart while taking biotin along with other supplements — the exact cause wasn't clear. Biotin is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for biotin. Still, check your specific medications with the tool on this page, and mention this supplement to your pharmacist at your next visit.
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 supplement is a good fit if you have a biotin deficiency confirmed by your doctor, or if you're interested in supporting hair and skin health with a high-dose option. Because this is a concentrated dose, check in with your pharmacist or doctor before you start, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or have any health concerns.
We found no medication interactions, but run your exact drugs through the checker to be sure.
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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 2500 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Sports Research |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 023249011798 |
| Net contents | 120 Veggie Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jan 23, 2025 |
| DSLD ID | 326240 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Softgel Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin 2500 mcg by Sports Research, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 2500 mcg | 8333% |
Other ingredients: Coconut Oil, Virgin, PlantGel Capsule, Rice Bran Wax
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Adults take 1 veggie softgel daily with food, or as recommended by a qualified healthcare professional.
Seals/Symbols
Quality Matters: Non GMO Project Verified nongmoproject.org Certified Vegan Vegan.org
Formulation
Non-GMO verified Gluten-free
Third party tested cGMP Complaint
High Potency Supports healthy skin & hair
Vegan
Non-GMO
Proudly manufactured in the USA with carefully selected ingredients of domestic and international origins.
HDPE Non BPA
Precautions
Caution: Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Biotin may interfere with lab tests. This product is intended for individuals who do not obtain the RDI through their daily diet.
Consult with a qualified healthcare professional prior to using this product, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a diagnosed medical condition, are taking a prescription medication, or planning to undergo lab testing.
Do not exceed recommended daily intake. Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Contains: Tree nuts (coconut).
Storage
Store at room temperature, in a dry place. Protect product from excessive heat, freezing, humidity and light.
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.
General Statements
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Lot number & best by date printed on bottom of bottle.
Formula
Biotin 2500mcg per serving With coconut oil
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
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Biotin 2500 mcg by Sports Research label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Biotin 2500 mcg by Sports Research
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Veggie Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Servings per container120 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: Coconut Oil, Virgin, PlantGel Capsule, Rice Bran Wax. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin 2500 mcg by Sports Research Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin 2500 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 2500 mcg, from the product label.
Sports Research
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- Sports Research
- Street Address
- 784 Channel St.
- City
- San Pedro
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 90731
- Phone Number
- 310.519.1484
- Web Address
- sportsresearch.com
Biotin 2500 mcg by Sports Research: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin 2500 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 2500 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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