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Dietary supplement

d-Biotin 1000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Kirkman

Capsule Category: Vitamin
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

d-Biotin 1000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Kirkman 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 d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman

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.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: biotin (also called vitamin B7), at a dose of 1000 micrograms per capsule. Biotin is a B vitamin that your body uses to help convert food into energy and to support the health of your hair, skin, and nails.

The capsule itself is filled with microcrystalline cellulose (a plant-based filler) and enclosed in a vegetarian capsule.

Does it work?

Strong evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Strong

Clinical evidence supports at least one of this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Hair, skin, and nail health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Alopecia areata, Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, Seborrheic dermatitis, Hair loss, Skin condition — and 1 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Biotin is rated "Likely Effective" for Biotin deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Seborrheic dermatitis.
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alopecia areata, Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency — the condition that develops when you're not getting enough of this B vitamin from food or absorption. For other uses like multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a flaky skin condition), and hair loss (alopecia areata), the evidence in our data either suggests it probably doesn't work or is too thin to draw a conclusion.

If you're taking this for a specific condition beyond straightforward biotin deficiency, it's worth asking your pharmacist what the research actually shows for your situation.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Biotin

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body excretes excess amounts in your urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea — one trial reported transient mild diarrhea in 2 patients taking 300 mg daily (this product is 1 mg).

There is one isolated case report of a woman who developed a heart and lung inflammation after taking 10 mg biotin along with other supplements and a heart medication, but whether biotin caused it remains unclear, and no similar cases have been reported since. The safety data advises checking with your doctor before taking high-dose biotin supplements, even though it's considered safe at normal dietary and supplement levels.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Biotin

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

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 useful if you have a biotin deficiency. It's not a heavy hitter for other conditions like hair loss or skin problems — the evidence for those is weak or negative.

No medication interactions are documented. If you take medications regularly or are pregnant or breastfeeding, a quick chat with your pharmacist can confirm 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 Feb 23, 2022.

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

At a glance

General information

Key facts about d-Biotin 1000 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Kirkman
Barcode (UPC) 812325021451
Net contents 120 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Feb 23, 2022
DSLD ID 260106
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
120
UPC/BARCODE
812325021451
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin1000 mcg3333%

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule

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Label statements
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Storage

Important: Store in a cool dry place and tightly capped.

Precautions

Keep out of the reach of children.

Formulation

Free of: Milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat or soy

Hypoallergenic

Gluten-Free

Seals/Symbols

Ultra Tested cGMP Certified Current Good Manufacturing Practice Consistent Quality

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: Take one capsule daily or as directed by a physician.

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d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman

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 known
interactions
1000 mcg per serving Form: D-Biotin

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetarian Capsule. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in d-Biotin 1000 mcg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for d-Biotin 1000 mcg, from the product label.

Kirkman

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Name
Kirkman
City
Lake Oswego
State
OR
ZipCode
97035
Phone Number
(800) 245-8282
Web Address
www.kirkmangroup.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman: Common Questions

Does d-Biotin 1000 mcg by Kirkman interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in d-Biotin 1000 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
d-Biotin 1000 mcg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Will biotin help my hair grow back or stop hair loss?
The evidence we hold for biotin and hair loss (alopecia areata) is insufficient — we don't have enough reliable data to say whether it works. If hair loss is your reason for trying it, talk to your pharmacist about what the research actually shows for your specific type of hair loss.
Is biotin safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes, the safety data rates biotin as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Normal amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are fine, and this supplement is generally well tolerated at standard doses.
Can high-dose biotin cause side effects?
High-dose biotin has rarely been associated with mild diarrhea. The safety notes advise checking with your doctor before taking high-dose supplements, even though biotin is considered safe overall because excess is removed in the urine.
What is biotin and what does it do?
Biotin is a B vitamin (also called B7) that your body uses to convert food into energy and to support healthy hair, skin, and nails. It's naturally found in foods like eggs, almonds, and salmon.
Who should take biotin?
Anyone with a biotin deficiency is a good candidate — biotin is likely effective for that. Beyond that, the evidence for other uses is weak, so it's worth talking to your pharmacist about whether it makes sense for your specific reason.

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The Full Monographs Behind d-Biotin 1000 mcg’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

d-Biotin 1000 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.

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
  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. Mock DM, Quirk JG, Mock NI. Marginal biotin deficiency during normal pregnancy. Am J Clin Nutr 2002;75:295-9. PubMed
  4. 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

See these in context on the Biotin monograph →

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