Biotin
Synonym(s)
vitamin H
Definition
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Water-soluble vitamin.
Spectrum of action
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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.
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Indication
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Serologically proven biotin deficiency and clinical symptoms (including loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, glossitis, paleness, dry and scaly skin, nail diseases, depression, alopecia.
Preparations
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Bio-H-Tin; Biotin ratiopharm
Note(s)
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Consumption of large quantities of raw eggs can lead to a biotin deficiency (see avidin).
Literature
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- Fujimoto W et al (2005) Biotin deficiency in an infant fed with amino acid formula. J Dermatol 32: 256-261
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