Biotin has also been used to treat the sypmptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS) and seborrhea (in babies). However, research has shown that biotin may not be effective in treating these conditions.
Other uses not proven with research have included treating brittle nails, hair loss, diabetes, nerve pain, depression, and other conditions.
Biotin may also be used in combination with other vitamins in adults and children as a dietary supplement.
It is not certain whether biotin is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Biotin should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Biotin is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Biotin may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
Benefits of Biotin Injections
Biotin IV or IM injections are beneficial for conditions like skin rashes, brittle nails, thinning hair, diabetes, and nerve pain, particularly in cases of acute deficiency. While oral biotin supplements are commonly used to promote hair growth and strengthen nails, injections are more effective when immediate results are desired. Injections allow for maximum absorption of the vitamin directly into the body, bypassing the digestive system’s metabolic processes that can affect the bioavailability of oral supplements.
Biotin Injection Dosage, Concentration, Route of Administration
Dosage: Seek advice from an appropriately qualified and licensed physician, medical director or other healthcare provider
Concentration: 100 ug/ml
Route of administration: IV, IM
Precautions/Side Effects
Speak with your healthcare provider if you are currently taking certain medications that can lower your blood levels of biotin, such as carbamazepine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, or primidone. Although there are no risks in adding biotin to your diet or regimen, it is always important to check with your doctor before adding any new supplementation to your routine. Since biotin is water-soluble, any extra in your body flushes out through the urine, so overdose is highly unlikely. If you develop any unusual or unexpected rashes, see your doctor as this may be sign of an overdose. In this case, dosages will need to be adjusted.
Some common side effects include:
- – Nausea
- – Abdominal pain or cramping
- – Diarrhea
Storage
Store at controlled room temperate. Protect from light.
