Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Solgar
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 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
Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Solgar 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 Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg by Solgar
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 a single active ingredient: biotin 1000 mcg (a B vitamin). Biotin plays a role in breaking down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in your body.
The remaining contents are inactive ingredients—microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable cellulose, stearic acid, and vegetable magnesium stearate—which are fillers and binders that make up the capsule.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency, which is rare but can occur with certain medications or gastrointestinal conditions. For multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis (a scalp condition), the evidence suggests it's probably not effective.
For alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to rate whether it works.
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 concern at very high doses is mild diarrhea, which has been rarely reported.
One unusual case linked high-dose biotin to a serious inflammation, but it's unclear whether biotin was the cause, and no similar cases have been reported since. Because this product delivers 1000 mcg—well above typical dietary amounts—talk with your doctor before starting it, especially if you're taking other supplements or have any underlying conditions.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for biotin with any medication class. Run your specific prescriptions through the checker on this page before you start, and mention this supplement when you fill prescriptions.
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've been diagnosed with biotin deficiency, this supplement can help fill that gap. For hair loss or skin conditions, the evidence doesn't support it.
Before you start, especially at this dose, check in with your doctor or pharmacist—they can confirm it's right for you and your current health picture.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2017.
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 Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Solgar |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 033984003118 |
| Net contents | 100 Vegetable Capsule(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | May 24, 2017 |
| DSLD ID | 73555 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Kosher, Halal, Gluten Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg by Solgar, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 1000 mcg | 3333% |
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
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General Statements
Biotin is a water-soluble B-vitamin. It helps to support healthy skin, nails and hair, and is necessary for certain enzymes to work properly. Biotin also promotes energy metabolism in the body, and is required for protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism.
Since 1947
Supports healthy skin, nails & hair
DV = Daily Value
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.
Brand IP Statement(s)
2017 Solgar, Inc.
General
SOLGB70310 04G
Formulation
Non-GMO
Gluten, wheat & dairy free
Suitable for vegans
Free Of: Gluten, wheat, dairy, soy, yeast, sugar, sodium, artificial flavor, sweetener, preservatives and color.
Seals/Symbols
M Halal
GF Gluten-free
K Parve
Formula
M Halal
Solgar’s KOF-K certification # K-1250
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take one (1) vegetable capsule one to two times daily preferably with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Precautions
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking any dietary supplement.
Discontinue use and consult your healthcare practitioner if any adverse reactions occur.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing or damaged.
Storage
Store at room temperature.
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Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg by Solgar 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 Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg by Solgar
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Vegetable Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule 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, Stearic Acid, Vegetable Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg by Solgar Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 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 Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg, from the product label.
Solgar
See all Solgar products- Name
- Solgar, Inc.
- Street Address
- 500 Willow Tree Road
- City
- Leonia
- State
- NJ
- ZipCode
- 07605
- Phone Number
- 1-877-765-4274
Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg by Solgar: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Enhanced Potency Biotin 1000 mcg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Enhanced Potency 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.
- 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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