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research BIOTIN-RESPONSIVE ALOPECIA AND DEVELOPMENTAL REGRESSION

74 citations , July 1979 in “Lancet”

This case report describes a 10-month-old boy with dermatitis, alopecia, and hypotonia who showed dramatic improvement with oral biotin, suggesting a possible defect in biotin absorption or transport.

research Frontal edema due to topical application of %5 minoxidil solution following mesotherapy injections

7 citations , January 2015 in “International Journal of Trichology”

This case report describes a woman who experienced frontal edema after topical minoxidil application following mesotherapy, noting that excessive absorption of minoxidil may cause localized vasodilatory side effects.

research Zinc and biotin deficiencies after pancreaticoduodenectomy.

11 citations , September 2010 in “PubMed”

This study reports zinc and biotin deficiencies leading to hair loss and skin issues in a teenager after pancreaticoduodenectomy, highlighting the need for supplementation to prevent long-term damage.

research Phenotypic variation in biotinidase deficiency

184 citations , August 1983 in “The journal of pediatrics/The Journal of pediatrics”

In this study, biotinidase deficiency in children usually presented with neurological or skin symptoms, while metabolic ketoacidosis and organic aciduria appeared later.

research Alopecia in Rats Fed Certain Soybean Oil Meal Rations.

9 citations , October 1946 in “Experimental biology and medicine”

This study reported that supplementation with inositol, biotin, cystine, or methionine prevented hair loss in rats fed soybean oil meal, with cystine and methionine also significantly increasing growth rates.

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community Biotin pills instead of biotin injections.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Finasteride is recommended for hair loss, while biotin is considered ineffective and unnecessary. Minoxidil is also suggested, and biotin pills are preferred over injections due to cost and absorption concerns.

community just found out dutasteride powder isn’t being absorbed properly

4 upvotes 3 months ago

The user is frustrated because their current dutasteride treatment isn't effective due to poor absorption, leading to hair loss progression. They consider switching to gel capsules and discuss using minoxidil and biotin alongside dutasteride.

community Still losing ground after 10 months dut + minox

3 upvotes 1 month ago

The user has been using a combination of dutasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for hair loss but is experiencing a decline in hair condition after initial improvement. They are considering consulting a trichologist and switching from capsule to softgel format for better absorption.

community Are carbohydrates needed for hair growth

26 upvotes 2 years ago

A 47-year-old male experienced significant hair loss after losing 37 kg in 6 months on a low-carb diet and started taking biotin, zinc, iron, selenium, and spectral dcn-n. Replies suggest that while carbs are not directly needed for hair growth, they help regulate hormones and nutrient absorption, and rapid weight loss can also contribute to hair loss.

community Compounded Dutasteride Absorption

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 6 months ago

Mixing Dutasteride with MCT oil may improve absorption due to its fat-soluble nature. Users suggest taking it with whole milk or using oil-based capsules for better effectiveness.

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learn Biotinoyl tripeptide 1

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supplement to help with hair texture and quality

Biotin, Biotinyl-GHK, biotinoyl-tripeptide-1… are they not the same? Biotin, Biotinyl-GHK, and Biotinoyl-Tripeptide-1 are different compounds with distinct functions.
Biotin: the darling of hair products. Biotin may support hair health, but its effectiveness varies and is often overstated.
How much biotin is too much biotin? The NIH Adequate Intake for adults is 30 mcg of biotin a day, and supplements often contain hundreds of times that; no toxic dose has been identified, but the FDA warns that high-dose biotin can distort blood tests including troponin, so tell your doctor and the lab before any test.

learn Folic acid

Can folic acid be combined with other treatments like minoxidil or biotin for better results? There is no published controlled trial of folic acid combined with minoxidil and biotin, so no synergy has been demonstrated; the vitamins have documented value only for correcting a diagnosed deficiency, and high doses of each carry known cautions.

learn Pumpkin seed oil

Can pumpkin seed oil be safely combined with other hair growth ingredients like minoxidil or biotin? Yes, pumpkin seed oil can be safely combined with minoxidil and biotin.

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