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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 26, 2024 | 7:06 PM IST
Biotin Tablet is used to treat uncontrolled hair fall. It also plays an important role in skin and nail health. It contains Biotin which promotes healthy hair growth, improves hair structure, reduces nail brittleness, and promotes healthy skin. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as diarrhoea and nausea. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition

BIOTIN-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Aiwo Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

About Biotin Tablet

Biotin Tablet is used to treat uncontrolled hair fall. It also plays an important role in your skin and nail health. Hair loss (alopecia) can affect your scalp or entire body, and it can be temporary or permanent. It can result from heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions or a normal part of ageing. Anyone can lose hair on their head, but it's more common in men. Mostly, it occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food.

Biotin Tablet contains Biotin. It plays a crucial role in healthy hair growth and loss prevention by increasing keratin levels in our bodies. Keratin is an essential protein that makes up your hair, skin and nails. Thus Biotin Tablet improves the hair structure, and hair colour strengthens the hair and increases the hair's resistance to mechanical and chemical damage. It also helps to reduce brittleness, supports nails, and promotes glowing and healthy skin.

You are advised to take Biotin Tablet as recommended. Sometimes, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, cramping and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not consume Biotin Tablet if you are allergic to any components present in it. Consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Biotin Tablet should not be given to children unless recommended by a doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Biotin Tablet . Biotin Tablet is used with caution in dialysis patients and bleeding disorders before and during surgeries.

Uses of Biotin Tablet

Treatment of Hair fall, Maintain Nail and skin health.

Medicinal Benefits

Biotin Tablet contains Biotin. It plays a crucial role in healthy hair growth and hair loss prevention by increasing keratin levels in our bodies. Keratin is an essential protein that makes up your hair, skin, and nails. Thus Biotin Tablet improves the hair structure, and hair colour strengthens the hair and increases the hair's resistance to mechanical and chemical damage. It also helps to reduce brittleness, strengthens nails, and promotes glowing and healthy skin.

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Biotin Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Cramping
  • Diarrhoea

Drug Warnings

Do not take Biotin Tablet if you're allergic to any ingredient in it. Consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Biotin Tablet should not be given to children unless recommended by a doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Biotin Tablet . Biotin Tablet is used with caution in dialysis patients, bleeding disorders, before and during surgeries, anaemia, liver diseases, and malabsorption (A condition that prevents absorption of nutrients).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Biotin Tablet may interact with a medication used to treat bipolar disorder (carbamazepine), and medications used to treat seizures (phenytoin, phenobarbital, primidone).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consuming alcohol and alcoholic beverages along with Biotin Tablet .

Drug-Disease Interactions: Biotin Tablet may interact with malabsorption, dialysis, kidney, liver problems and bleeding disorders. Please inform your doctor before taking the Biotin Tablet .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PRIMIDONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Follow a well-balanced diet.

  • Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 

  • Rest well, get plenty of sleep.

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

  • Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.

  • Avoid processed and fried food.

  • Take green leafy vegetables, blueberries, mushrooms into your regular diet

Disease/Condition Glossary

Hair loss: Hair loss (alopecia) can affect your scalp or entire body, and it can be temporary or permanent. It can result from heredity, hormonal changes, medical conditions or a normal part of ageing. Anyone can lose hair on their head, but it's more common in men. Mostly it occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biotin Tablet . However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet if you are pregnant or have any concerns regarding the Biotin Tablet . Your doctor will advise only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet , and your doctor will decide whether Biotin Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Biotin Tablet may cause dizziness occasionally, affecting your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Biotin Tablet should be used with caution in children. Please consult your doctor before taking Biotin Tablet because your doctor's dose adjustments were made based on the children's height and weight.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

85, Santhome High Rd, Mrc Nagar, Raja Annamalai Puram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600028
Other Info - BIO1710

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FAQs

Biotin Tablet belongs to the class of water-soluble vitamins that are a part of the vitamin B family, primarily used to treat uncontrolled hair fall. It also plays a vital role in your skin and nail health.
Biotin Tablet contains Biotin. It plays a crucial role in healthy hair growth and hair loss prevention by increasing keratin levels in our body. Keratin is an essential protein that makes up your hair, skin, and nails healthy. Thus Biotin Tablet improves the hair structure, hair colour, strengthens the hair and increases the hair's resistance to mechanical and chemical damage.
Biotin Tablet causes common side effects like nausea, cramping, diarrhoea. Most of these side-effects do not require any medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Though it is an OTC medication, it should only be used as the healthcare professional recommends.
No, it should be taken only if the doctor recommends it based on the medical condition.
Swallow Biotin Tablet as a whole with a glass of water, preferably with meals or as directed by the physician.
Biotin Tablet helps treat damaged hair, nourishes hair follicles, lowers hair fall and promotes hair growth.
Biotin Tablet may show its effects within a few weeks. However, results may vary with each individual based on genetics and lifestyle.
Yes, Biotin Tablet can be taken daily or as advised by the doctor.
Though it is probably safe to use Biotin Tablet in children, it is advised to consult a doctor.
No, Biotin Tablet is not known to affect sleep. Consult the doctor if you have sleep issues while taking Biotin Tablet .

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