Biotin HSN 8000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by PureFormulas
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Biotin HSN 8000 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 HSN 8000 mcg is a dietary supplement by PureFormulas 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 HSN 8000 mcg by PureFormulas
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 (also called vitamin B7) that your body uses to help process fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Each capsule delivers 8,000 micrograms — a high-dose form meant for people targeting biotin deficiency or other specific purposes.
The inactive ingredients — microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable cellulose, and magnesium stearate — are the capsule shell and binders that hold the tablet together.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, so if you're low in this vitamin, supplementing should help. For other uses — multiple sclerosis (MS), seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky, itchy scalp condition), or alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) — the evidence doesn't support benefit (possibly ineffective for MS and dermatitis) or is too limited to say either way (alopecia areata).
Talk with your doctor about whether this dose and form is right for your particular reason for considering it.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body excretes excess amounts in urine. In trials, high-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea — two people taking 300 mg daily reported brief loose stools.
One case report described a woman who developed inflammation in the membrane around the heart and lungs after taking biotin 10 mg plus other supplements, but it's unclear whether biotin was the culprit, and no similar reports have surfaced since. Because this is a high-dose supplement, check with your doctor before starting, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or taking other supplements or medications.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for biotin. Still, run your exact medications through the search tool on this page, and ask your doctor or pharmacist before adding any high-dose supplement to your routine.
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 8000 mcg is straightforward for people diagnosed with biotin deficiency. If you're considering it for hair, skin, or a neurological condition, talk with your doctor first — the evidence for those uses isn't strong.
Since this is a high-dose product, mention it to your doctor or pharmacist before you start, and let them know about any other supplements or medications you're on.
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 Jul 24, 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 HSN 8000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | PureFormulas |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | PUF1104 |
| Net contents | 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Jul 24, 2019 |
| DSLD ID | 205406 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years) |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Biotin HSN 8000 mcg by PureFormulas, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 8000 mcg | 2667% |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested usage: Adults take one 1 capsule daily with food or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Precautions
If pregnant consult with your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
Do not accept if seal is broken.
Keep out of reach of children.
Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool dry, place.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
General Statements
Live life pure.
Hair, Nail & Skin Support
Seals/Symbols
Non-GMO
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Non-GMO
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Biotin HSN 8000 mcg by PureFormulas label
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Biotin HSN 8000 mcg by PureFormulas
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 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: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Biotin HSN 8000 mcg by PureFormulas Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Biotin HSN 8000 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 HSN 8000 mcg, from the product label.
PureFormulas
See all PureFormulas products- Name
- PureFormulas
- Street Address
- 11800 NW 102nd Road, Suite 2
- City
- Miami
- State
- FL
- ZipCode
- 33178
- Web Address
- www.pureformulas.com
Biotin HSN 8000 mcg by PureFormulas: Common Questions
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Written and reviewed by the HelloPharmacist editorial staff. Our editorial policy
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The Full Monographs Behind Biotin HSN 8000 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 HSN 8000 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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