10 citations
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October 2017 in “Pediatric neurology”
This case report suggests that poor hair and nail growth in children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental delay may indicate a biotin-responsive condition, as biotin and acetazolamide therapy improved symptoms and school performance in the reported patient.
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August 2024 in “Molecular Genetics & Genomic Medicine”
In this case study, an 8-day-old neonate with holocarboxylase synthetase deficiency showed dramatic improvement in lactic acidosis and overall clinical condition following biotin mega-dose therapy, highlighting the importance of early genetic testing and timely treatment in such metabolic disorders.
This study investigates differences in nutritional status, vitamin, and mineral levels between individuals with telogen effluvium and a control group, aiming to understand the nutritional factors involved in this condition.
Use sulfate and paraben-free shampoos with biotin and collagen for daily use. Nizoral or Regenepure DR with ketoconazole can be used a few times a week for scalp health.
Sons offers free Biotin capsules, Thickening Clay, or Conditioner to UK men for hair care testing. Interested individuals can apply online to receive these products.
A user with thinning, curly, dry hair is seeking affordable shampoo and conditioner recommendations. They are using oral minoxidil and apply argan oil, but dislike products with keratin and biotin, and another user suggests ketoconazole shampoo for added density and DHT blocking.
The user experienced hair regrowth over four months using 5% topical minoxidil, oral biotin, and saw palmetto. They also use rosemary and mint conditioner and biotin shampoo.
A woman experiencing hair loss is trying iron, biotin, and B12 supplements, increasing meat intake, and improving hydration to address her condition. Another person suggests checking vitamin D levels, stress, thyroid, and hormones, and recommends seeing a dermatologist for a proper diagnosis.
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.