Biotin is a water soluble B-vitamin, also known as Vitamin B7. Biotin is a co-enzyme for carboxylase enzyme, assists in various metabolic reactions involving the transfer of carbon dioxide. Biotin is highly sensitive to light; exposure to ultraviolet light will inactivate biotin. Biotin deficiency leads to hair loss, conjunctivitis and dermatitis.

BiotinBASE AND STRENGTHS

Biotin – 1% Triturate
Biotin – 2% Triturate
Biotin – 5% Triturate
Biotin – 10% Triturate

THERAPEUTIC USES

• Biotin is a co-enzyme for carboxylase enzyme, involved in various metabolic reactions.
• Biotin is used for preventing and treating biotin deficiency associated with pregnancy, long-term tube feeding, malnutrition and rapid weight loss.
• Biotin is often recommended as a dietary supplement for strengthening of hair and nails.
• Biotin shown to play a role in lowering LDL levels, thereby reduce the risk of heart diseases.
• Used for the treatment of hair loss, conjunctivitis and dermatitis associated with Biotin deficiency.
• Used for the treatment of Neurological symptoms such as depression, lethargy, hallucination and numbness of the extremities.

APPLICATIONS

• Manufacture of pre mixes
• Biotin can be used in tablets /capsules
• Biotin is mainly used in common multivitamins preparations
• Used in dietary supplements