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Biotin-Also known as vitamin H

biotin is one of the B complex vitamins that help the body convert food into energy More

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Description

biotin is one of the B complex vitamins that help the body convert food into energy

Generic Name

Biotin-Also known as vitamin H

Chemical names

Biotin; D-biotin; Vitamin H; Vitamin B7; Coenzyme R

Brand names

A to Z DPS, A to Z NS Syr, Actibase, Actin, Adage, Adage Plus, Alobical, Alopro Mom, Alpine, Amino-Nutra Susp, Aminorich Cap, Axbex-NS, B-9 Tetra, B-97, B-Active, B-Colen NS Tab, B-Colen NS, B-Protin, Balance-HP, B7 Plus,

IUPAC name

5-[(3aS,4S,6aR)-2-oxo-hexahydro-1H-thieno[3,4-d]imidazolidin-4-yl]pentanoic acid

Pharmacokinetics

Systemic absorption

Actions

Biotin is necessary for the proper functioning of enzymes that transport carboxyl units and fix carbon dioxide, and is required for various metabolic functions, including lipogenesis, gluconeogenesis, propionate metabolism, fatty acid biosynthesis and catabolism of branched-chain amino acids.

Dosage/Dosage form

Therapeutic uses

For nutritional supplementation, also for treating dietary shortage or imbalance.

Adverse effects/Side effects

Interaction

Biotin may interfere with primidone, phenobarbital, carbamazepine and phenytoin.

Contraindications

Storage

Store at 20-25°C.

Information

Molecular weight

244.311

Molecular formula

C10H16N2O3S

CAS number

58-85-5

Precautions

This should not be prescribed in patients with history of GI surgery, renal disease, and in smokers.