Biotin

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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vitamin H

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Water-soluble vitamin.

Spectrum of actionThis section has been translated automatically.

High concentrations in yeast, liver, kidneys, egg yolk, soybeans, nuts, cereals and milk.

In cosmetic applications biotin is used as a hair conditioning agent. Furthermore biotin is said to care for skin and nails. Vitamin H has an antiseborrhoeic effect in cosmetic products.

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Serologically proven biotin deficiency and clinical symptoms (including loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, glossitis, paleness, dry and scaly skin, nail diseases, depression, alopecia.

PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.

Bio-H-Tin; Biotin ratiopharm

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Consumption of large quantities of raw eggs can lead to a biotin deficiency (see avidin).

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  1. Fujimoto W et al (2005) Biotin deficiency in an infant fed with amino acid formula. J Dermatol 32: 256-261

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer