biotin
Brand names: Vitamin B7
Dialyvite with Zinc is a prescription vitamin supplement. It is designed to improve nutrition in people on kidney dialysis.
What it does
This medicine is for people on kidney dialysis.
Common side effects
No common side effects listed.
Key warnings
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
How It Works
Dialyvite with Zinc provides essential vitamins and minerals. These nutrients help support overall health. It is especially helpful for people with kidney problems.
How to Take It
Take one tablet each day. You can take it with or without food. Follow your doctor's directions. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. They can advise you on whether it is safe for you and your baby.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
Storage
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Side Effects (from patient reports)
Based on 19,677 FDA adverse event reports.
FDA Adverse Event Report Analysis
Detailed analysis of 29,879 reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Reports span 2004–2025.
Total Reports
29,879
Death-Related Reports
911
Hospitalization Reports
5,552
Top Indication
Product Used For Unknown Indication
Gender Distribution
Age Distribution
Most Reported Adverse Reactions (FAERS)
| # | Reaction | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | FATIGUE | 3,046 |
| 2 | NAUSEA | 2,251 |
| 3 | ALOPECIA | 2,193 |
| 4 | HEADACHE | 2,143 |
| 5 | DRUG INEFFECTIVE | 1,963 |
| 6 | DIARRHOEA | 1,893 |
| 7 | PAIN | 1,703 |
| 8 | DIZZINESS | 1,583 |
| 9 | OFF LABEL USE | 1,475 |
| 10 | ARTHRALGIA | 1,426 |
| 11 | DYSPNOEA | 1,404 |
| 12 | PRURITUS | 1,289 |
| 13 | FALL | 1,186 |
| 14 | PAIN IN EXTREMITY | 1,074 |
| 15 | ASTHENIA | 1,068 |
Reactions in Death Reports
Reactions in Hospitalization Reports
Source: FDA FAERS (Adverse Event Reporting System) FDA FAERS (Adverse Event Reporting System) Reports are voluntary and do not establish causation
Serious Warnings
You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
Common Questions
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What the FDA Data Shows for biotin
The FDA label for biotin (sold under brand names such as Vitamin B7) classifies it as an over-the-counter product in the Vitamin B7 Supplement class. This medicine is for people on kidney dialysis. Labeling covers dosing, contraindications, and monitoring requirements derived from clinical trials.
Post-market surveillance from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) captures real-world experience. For this drug, FAERS contains 19,677 voluntary reports. Interaction data is drawn directly from FDA-approved prescribing information. Acquisition-cost data is surveyed weekly by CMS and updated as manufacturers report changes.
Report counts do not establish causation — a FAERS entry documents a temporal association, not proof that the drug produced the outcome. Widely prescribed medications naturally accumulate more reports than niche therapies, so raw totals must be interpreted alongside total exposure. Shortage status, recall history, and patent information further shape supply and switching decisions. This page summarizes public FDA data for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice — always consult a licensed healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.
Data Sources
Drug labeling: FDA Drug Labels (SPL/DailyMed). Adverse events: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS).
FAERS reports are voluntary and do not establish causation. Drug interactions are derived from FDA labeling and clinical references. Always consult a healthcare professional before making medication decisions.
Last updated: January 27, 2026
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
All federal data sources used on this page
- FDA Orange Book — approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence. accessdata.fda.gov/cder/ob
- FDA DailyMed — NIH-hosted drug labeling for FDA-approved meds. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov
- FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) — post-marketing safety surveillance. fda.gov/drugs/faers
- NLM RxNorm — standardized clinical drug nomenclature. nlm.nih.gov/research/umls/rxnorm
- CMS Medicare Part B Drug Average Sales Price Files — federal drug pricing data. cms.gov/medicare/part-b-drugs/asp
- FDA Drug Shortages Database — current and resolved drug shortage tracking. accessdata.fda.gov/drugshortages