Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
by Nature Made
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 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
Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg is a dietary supplement by Nature Made 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 Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature Made
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 at 5,000 micrograms per softgel. Biotin supports the health of hair, skin, and nails, and is essential for converting food into energy.
The softgel also includes inactive ingredients — soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, beeswax, water, soy lecithin, and added colors — that serve as the capsule and delivery system.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Biotin is likely effective for treating biotin deficiency, which is rare but can occur with certain medications or health conditions. For other uses — multiple sclerosis, seborrheic dermatitis (a scaly skin condition), and hair loss (alopecia areata) — the evidence is either insufficient or suggests it may not work.
If you're taking it for hair, skin, or nails and don't have a documented deficiency, talk with your doctor about whether the evidence supports it for your specific situation.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Biotin is generally well tolerated, even at fairly high doses, because your body excretes excess amounts in your urine. High-dose biotin has rarely caused mild diarrhea; one case report described a possible link to a rare inflammatory condition, though whether biotin was the cause remains unclear.
Because this is a high-dose product (5,000 mcg), check with your doctor before starting it — especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other supplements.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for the biotin in this product. Still, since this is a high-dose supplement, mention it to your own doctor or pharmacist to make sure it won't interfere with anything you're taking or any health conditions you have.
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 biotin supplement is useful if you have a documented biotin deficiency — otherwise, the evidence for hair, skin, and nail health isn't strong. It doesn't carry documented medication interactions, but high-dose supplements do warrant a quick conversation with your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you're on other medications or prenatal vitamins.
It's generally well tolerated, but it's smart to confirm it's right for you before you begin.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 31, 2018.
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 Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Nature Made |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 031604040635 |
| Net contents | 60 Softgel(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 31, 2018 |
| DSLD ID | 180191 |
| 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 |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature Made, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Biotin | 5000 mcg | 1667% |
Other ingredients: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, yellow Beeswax, Water, Soy Lecithin, Colors added
Tap any ingredient to jump to its full detail below.
These statements are the manufacturer’s wording, reproduced from the product label — the label is saying it, not HelloPharmacist. We don’t verify or endorse them.
General Statements
Everyday value #1 pharmacist recommended
Maximum strength for adults diagnosed with very low levels of biotin
Strength levels of Biotin R Regular 300 mcg or below E Extra above 300 mcg up to 2,500 mcg M Maximum above 2,500 mcg up to 5,000 mcg Helps restore healthy levels of biotin in adults with very low levels, as diagnosed by their health care professional using appropriate biomarkers.
For those with biotin deficiency. USP has tested and verified ingredients, potency, and manufacturing process. USP sets official standards for dietary supplements. www.uspverified.org. Based on Pharmacy Times Survey of pharmacists recommending Letter Vitamin Supplements.
General
List No. 4063 L200 Cat. A611 5A044
Seals/Symbols
USP Dietary Supplement Verified
Formula
Maximum Strength Biotin 5000 mcg
Nature Made Maximum Strength Biotin provides 5000 mcg of biotin, a B vitamin that supports carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism. Biotin may also help support healthy hair, skin and nails for those that are biotin deficient.
Contains: Soy.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Formulation
Colors derived from natural sources - No synthetic dyes No artificial flavors No preservatives No yeast or starch Gluten free
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested use: Consult your health care professional before use. Take one softgel daily, with a meal. For easier swallowing, take with water before and during ingestion.
Precautions
Caution: Do not exceed one softgel daily unless recommended by a health care professional.
Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.
Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is broken or missing.
Contains: Soy.
Storage
Keep bottle tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children.
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.
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Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature Made 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 Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature Made
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 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: Soybean Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Yellow Beeswax, Water, Soy Lecithin, Colors added. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature Made Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 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 Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg, from the product label.
Nature Made
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- Nature Made Nutritional Products
- City
- Mission Hills
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 91346-9606
- Phone Number
- 1-800-276-2878
- Web Address
- www.NatureMade.com
Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg by Nature Made: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 mcg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maximum Strength Biotin 5,000 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.
- 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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