Presentation:
AT-Biotin 5000 mcg Tablet: Each tablet contains Biotin USP 5000 microgram.
Description:
Biotin is an essential vitamin that is also known as vitamin H. It is involved in vital physiological functions like fatty acid synthesis,
amino acid catabolism, and gluconeogenesis. It acts as a cofactor in the enzymatic carboxylation of pyruvate and acetyl-CoA. Biotin influences the growth and differentiation of epidermal cells and is therefore important for the formation and renewal of the skin, hair, and nails. It functions as a coenzyme for mitochondrial carboxylases in hair roots and improves the keratin structure. Biotin deficiency may result in hair loss and a variety of systemic symptoms such as dermatitis, and aciduria. Biotin is one of the most prescribed vitamin for any kind of hair loss.
Indications and Uses:
• Biotin deficiency
• Hair loss
• Brittle fingernails and toenails
• Eczema & dermatitis
• Seborrheic dermatitis
• Diabetic neuropathy
• Nerve damage
Dosage and Administration:
Biotin dose varies depending on the disease condition and age group. The daily dose of Biotin should be up to 10 mg per day or as
advised by the physician. In children, biotin deficiency affects between age 1 week and 2 years, and usually exhibit
seizures, hypotonia, developmental delay, ataxia, hyperventilation and coma. In this case 5000-10000 microgram biotin
equivalent tablets daily, crushed and mixed with water or any kind of fruit juice or as advised by the physician.
Contraindications:
Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Pregnancy and Lactation:
Sufficient clinical data is not available to use in pregnant women and lactating mothers.
Side Effects:
Well tolerated in the recommended dose. No biotin toxicity has been reported in
individuals supplemented with as much as 200 mg orally or 20 mg intravenously per day.
Drug Interactions:
There are indications that anticonvulsant drugs lower the plasma level of biotin. Antibiotic use may decrease the biotin
contribution to the body made by the microflora of the large intestine. Excessive consumption of raw egg whites interferes
with biotin absorption.
Storage:
Do not store above 30°C, protect from light
& moisture.
Keep out of reach of children.
