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Dietary supplement

Phytoceramides Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by ProCaps Laboratories

Capsule Category: Other Combinations
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Phytoceramides is a dietary supplement by ProCaps Laboratories with 2 active ingredients. 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 Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories

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 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 2 active ingredients: biotin and phytoceramides complex. Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin (B7) that your body needs for healthy hair, skin, and nail growth, and for converting food into energy.

Phytoceramides are plant-derived lipids (fatty molecules) meant to support skin barrier function and hydration. The capsule also contains gelatin, purified water, and glycerin as inactive ingredients.

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: naturally enhances skin moisture.
  • We looked for evidence on: Biotin deficiency, Brittle nails, Skin hydration, Dermatitis.
  • 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 Brittle nails.

Biotin is likely effective for biotin deficiency — the condition you'd develop if you weren't getting enough of this vitamin from food. For other uses in this product, the evidence we hold shows biotin is possibly ineffective for multiple sclerosis and seborrheic dermatitis, and there's insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for alopecia areata (hair loss).

We don't hold effectiveness data for phytoceramides complex in our system.

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 clears excess through your urine. The main caution is high-dose supplements — amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate, but check with your doctor before taking high-dose biotin products.

Rarely, high-dose biotin has been linked to mild diarrhea; one documented case involved a patient taking 300 mg daily. One unusual case report described eosinophilic pleuropericarditis (inflammation around the heart and lungs) in an older woman taking biotin 10 mg plus pantothenic acid after 2 months, though it's unclear whether biotin was the cause.

We don't have adverse-effect data on file for phytoceramides complex.

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, the ingredient we could check. We couldn't verify phytoceramides complex.

Check your specific medications on this page before you start.

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 supplement is straightforward if you're looking to support biotin intake — it's well tolerated and unlikely to cause problems at typical doses. If you take any medications regularly, run them through the checker on this page.

Talk to your pharmacist before starting a high-dose biotin product, especially if you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or have existing health conditions.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Dec 21, 2024.

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 Phytoceramides, straight from the product label.

Brand ProCaps Laboratories
Barcode (UPC) 715038
Net contents 240 Easy-To-Swallow Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Dec 21, 2024
DSLD ID 319968
Product type Other Combinations
Supplement form 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 Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories, 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)
Servings per container
240
UPC/BARCODE
715038
IngredientAmount% DV
Biotin500 mcg1667%
Phytoceramides Complex320 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Water, Purified, Glycerin

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use Consume one capsule daily. You can increase your intake as required or as guided by your physician.

General Statements

For questions about the use of this product call 800.800.1200.

Questions? Reorders? 800.800.1200 Procaps.com

Andrew Lessman

Formulation

Since 1979, Unsurpassed Purity, Quality and Efficacy. 100% Solar Production Zero-Carbon Footprint

100% Solar Naturally enhances skin moisture

Contains no additives of any kind Contains no Milk, soy, yeast, corn, gluten, sodium, salt, sugar, cholesterol, color, preservative, genetically modified (GMO) ingredients or manufacturing additives.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Copyright 2024 ProCaps Laboratories

Formula

320 mg Phytoceramide Complex 500 mcg Biotin

Phytoceramides provide a concentrated source of plant-based ceramides – lipid-based molecules principally responsible for our skin’s ability to retain its moisture, as well as that of the entire body. Ceramides are the critical, moisture-preserving ingredients present in the stratum corneum of the epidermis of our skin. By creating a protective barrier in our skin, they retain our body’s vital internal moisture, phytoceramides are an effective tool for promoting radiant, soft, smooth and supple skin. Ceramides also defend our skin from damaging external factors and are an essential part of the skin’s normal growth and repair processes. Unfortunately, aging results in reduced ceramide levels, which contributes to dry, rough, irritated skin, as well as age-related wrinkles resulting from a loss of moisture-based skin elasticity. A phytoceramide supplement is nothing more than a common sense response to age-related changes in the composition of our skin. Billions of dollars are spent each year on external moisturizers, but the most intelligent skin moisture program must begin on the inside where moisture is most effectively delivered and retained. The outside world may rob our skin of its precious moisture, but phytoceramides provide Mother Nature’s most effective internal moisturizer to promote radiant, healthy and hydrated skin. We also include 500 mcg of biotin to ensure foundational levels of our skin’s most essential beauty nutrient.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

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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Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Softgel(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container240 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Biotin

No known
interactions
500 mcg per serving

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

Phytoceramides Complex

320 mg per serving Form: Ceramides, Glucosylceramides

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Water, Purified, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Phytoceramides. 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 Phytoceramides, from the product label.

ProCaps Laboratories

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Name
ProCaps Labs
City
Henderson
State
NV
ZipCode
89011
Phone Number
800-800-1200
Web Address
ProCapsLabs.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories: Common Questions

Does Phytoceramides by ProCaps Laboratories interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Phytoceramides. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Phytoceramides contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is 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 biotin safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Biotin is rated as likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Amounts from food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate. If you're thinking about taking a high-dose biotin supplement, talk to your doctor first to make sure it's right for you.
Can biotin actually help my hair, skin, and nails?
Biotin is a B vitamin your body needs for healthy hair, skin, and nails, and for turning food into energy. If you have a biotin deficiency, supplementing is likely effective. For other hair or skin concerns, the evidence in our data shows biotin is possibly ineffective or we don't have enough data to rate it.
What are phytoceramides and what do they do?
Phytoceramides are plant-derived fats meant to strengthen and hydrate your skin barrier. We don't have effectiveness data on file for phytoceramides complex in our system, so I can't say what the evidence shows for this product.
Does high-dose biotin have any side effects?
High-dose biotin is rarely linked to mild diarrhea — a small number of trial participants taking 300 mg daily reported transient diarrhea. One unusual case reported inflammation around the heart and lungs, though it's unclear whether biotin was responsible. Most people do well on normal doses.
Are there any inactive ingredients I should know about?
The inactive ingredients are gelatin, purified water, and glycerin. If you're allergic to gelatin or have dietary restrictions, let your pharmacist know.

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The Full Monographs Behind Phytoceramides’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Phytoceramides'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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