The Vitamin Shoppe Biotin 5 mg
Brand: The Vitamin Shoppe · Form: CAPSULE [E0159] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: The Vitamin Shoppe Biotin 5 mg supplement provides a high-dose biotin, but the data we have is for calcium, not biotin. For this specific product, data on its active ingredient is not available. We cannot confirm specific benefits or risks for biotin from the provided information. The evidence shows that calcium, a different ingredient, supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Based on the data for calcium, which is the only ingredient with information, it acts as a master regulator for bone density and muscle signaling. Calcium supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. For the biotin in this product, mechanism of action data is not available.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements [FDA data]. For calcium specifically, high intakes may increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and can cause side effects such as constipation, nausea, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. For biotin, side effect data is not available from the provided information.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Since data for biotin is not available, we cannot make a confident recommendation for this specific product. If you are considering this supplement, be aware that the safety profile is unknown based on the provided data. For calcium, which is a different ingredient, be cautious with high intakes and check for interactions with medications like bisphosphonates and levothyroxine [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | The Vitamin Shoppe |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 120.0 Capsule(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide