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Dietary supplement

Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Rexall

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

Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Rexall 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 Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall

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 1 active ingredient: biotin, a B vitamin that your body needs to convert food into energy and maintain healthy skin and hair. The softgel also includes inactive ingredients — soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, yellow beeswax, and titanium dioxide — which help deliver the dose.

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: support skin, hair and nails health.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, Hair loss, Nail health, Skin condition.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Biotin is rated "Likely Effective" for Biotin deficiency (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Biotin is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency, the primary condition it's been shown to address. For multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis (a scaly skin condition), the evidence suggests it's possibly ineffective.

For alopecia areata (hair loss in patches), we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate how well it works. If you're considering this supplement for a specific reason, it's worth talking to your doctor about whether biotin is the right choice 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 removes excess amounts in urine. High-dose biotin has rarely been linked to mild diarrhea — one report noted transient mild diarrhea in 2 patients taking 300 mg daily (this product is 10,000 mcg, or 10 mg).

There's one isolated case report from France of a woman who developed a rare inflammatory condition after taking biotin 10 mg daily along with pantothenic acid and another medication, but whether biotin was responsible remains unclear, and no similar cases have been reported since. Because this is a high-dose supplement, check with your doctor before starting — amounts from food and regular prenatal vitamins are appropriate, but high-dose products warrant a conversation first.

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 for biotin in our data. You can use the medication checker on this page to confirm your specific drugs, but we hold no documented cautions.

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 have a diagnosed biotin deficiency, this supplement addresses that condition. For other uses like hair loss or skin conditions, the evidence is weak or lacking.

Because this is a high-dose product, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start — they can confirm it's right for you and won't interfere with anything else you're taking.

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 Aug 24, 2016.

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 Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg, straight from the product label.

Brand Rexall
Barcode (UPC) 301220518840
Net contents 60 Softgel(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Aug 24, 2016
DSLD ID 63651
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Softgel Capsule
Dietary claims / uses Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall, 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 Softgel(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Softgel(s)
UPC/BARCODE
301220518840
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin10000 mcg3333%

Other ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, yellow Beeswax, Titanium Dioxide color

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Label statements
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Formulation

No Gluten, no Yeast, no Wheat, no Milk or Milk derivatives, no Lactose, no Sugar, no Preservatives, no Artificial Flavor, no Sodium.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.

It is advisable to consult your doctor before using biotin doses above 2,500 mcg per day. If any adverse reactions occur, stop use and consult your doctor.

Keep out of reach of children.

Tamper resistant: Do not use if seal under cap is broken or missing.

As a reminder, discuss the supplements and medications you take with your health care providers.

General Statements

Quality guaranteed lab tested Laboratory tested to meet strict quality control standards for potency, purity and disintegration. 100% Quality Guaranteed.

Important facts you should know Biotin helps support the health of skin, hair and nails by nourishing cells throughout the body. Biotin is a water-soluble B Vitamin that assists protein and fat metabolism for energy use.

A0967

Actual size

Since 1903

Skin/hair/nail support

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.

Formula

Max potency Biotin 10,000 mcg

Storage

Store at room temperature and avoid excessive heat.

General

Prod. No. 51884 00A B51463

Brand IP Statement(s)

2016

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Quality guaranteed

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, take one (1) softgel daily, preferably with a meal.

See for yourself

Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formSoftgel Capsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Biotin

No known
interactions
10000 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: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Yellow Beeswax, Titanium Dioxide color. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Max Potency Biotin 10,000 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 Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg, from the product label.

Rexall

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Name
Dolgencorp, LLC
Street Address
100 Mission Ridge
City
Goodlettsville
State
TN
ZipCode
37072
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall: Common Questions

Does Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg by Rexall interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Max Potency Biotin 10,000 mcg. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Max Potency Biotin 10,000 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.
Is this safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Biotin is rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. That said, this is a high-dose supplement — amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate, but talk with your doctor before taking high-dose products to make sure it's right for you and your baby.
Can biotin really help with hair loss?
For alopecia areata (hair loss in patches), we don't have enough reliable evidence to say how well biotin works. If you're losing hair, your doctor can help figure out what's causing it and whether biotin is worth trying.
What's biotin actually for?
Biotin is a B vitamin your body uses to convert food into energy and keep your skin and hair healthy. It's likely effective for biotin deficiency — a real shortage of this vitamin — but evidence for other uses is limited.
Are there any side effects?
Biotin is generally well tolerated. High-dose biotin has rarely been associated with mild diarrhea. There's one isolated case report of a woman who developed an inflammatory condition, but whether biotin caused it is unknown and no similar cases have been reported.
How much biotin is in here?
Each softgel delivers 10,000 micrograms (10 mg) of biotin, which is considered a high dose. Because of that, it's worth checking with your doctor first to make sure it's appropriate for you.
Does it work for seborrheic dermatitis?
For seborrheic dermatitis, the evidence suggests biotin is possibly ineffective. If you have this scaly skin condition, talk to your doctor about treatments that have stronger evidence behind them.

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The Full Monographs Behind Max Potency Biotin 10,000 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

Max Potency Biotin 10,000 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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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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