Biotin + Finasteride

Introduction To Biotin + Finasteride

Biotin + Finasteride is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of hair loss. It provides nutrition to promote hair growth and inhibits the production of the hormone responsible for hair loss. It may also be used for other medical conditions and disorders.

Biotin + Finasteride can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of the medicine should be taken as per prescription. An overdose of it may cause harm to your health. It is better to take the medicine at the same time each day and it must be swallowed as a whole. It may take some time for the medicine to be effective. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine.

Use of this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as ejaculation disorder, impotence, and low sexual desire. Some people may also experience allergic reactions such as itching, rashes, and swelling of the lips or face. If you experience any of these side effects, consult your doctor without delay.

This medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before using the medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys. Also, let your doctor know of all the other medicines you are taking.

Uses of Biotin + Finasteride

  • Hair loss

Benefits of Biotin + Finasteride

Hair loss
Biotin + Finasteride is a medicine used to treat hair loss. It stops production of a hormone that causes excessive hair fall or baldness and also increases hair growth. It prevents further hair loss and helps hair to regrow. Taking Biotin + Finasteride improves the health and strength of your hair. You need to continue taking Biotin + Finasteride to enjoy its benefit. Regrowth of hair can be beneficial to your mood, self-esteem as well as your appearance.

Side effects of Biotin + Finasteride

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Folivern-Plus

  • Ejaculation disorder
  • Impotence
  • Low sexual desire

How to use Biotin + Finasteride

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Biotin + Finasteride may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Biotin + Finasteride works

Biotin + Finasteride is a combination of two medicines: Biotin and Finasteride which treat hair loss. Biotin is a form of vitamin B. It is involved in the synthesis of keratin, a natural protein that aids in hair growth. Finasteride is a 5-alpha reductase inhibitor. It blocks the body's production of a male hormone in the scalp that stops hair growth, thereby reversing the balding process and preventing further hair loss.

Quick tips

  • Biotin + Finasteride is used to increase hair growth and prevent further hair loss.
  • Take one (1 mg) tablet each day, exactly as your doctor tells you to. Try to take your doses at the same time of day, as this will help you to remember to take Biotin + Finasteride regularly.
  • Take one (1 mg) tablet each day, exactly as your doctor tells you to. Try to take your doses at the same time of day, as this will help you to remember to take Biotin + Finasteride regularly.
  • It is usually well tolerated. However, it may produce some mild sexual side effects such as low sexual drive. If you notice any symptoms, consult your doctor.
  • Along with taking Biotin + Finasteride, take a healthy diet, sleep for a minimum of 6-7 hours at night and reduce the stress level in order to prevent hair loss.

Safety Advice

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Can I take Biotin + Finasteride if I’m pregnant?

Biotin + Finasteride is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

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Can I take Biotin + Finasteride if I’m breastfeeding?

Information regarding the use of Biotin + Finasteride during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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Is drinking alcohol while taking Biotin + Finasteride safe?

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Biotin + Finasteride. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I drive after taking Biotin + Finasteride?

Biotin + Finasteride does not usually affect your ability to drive.

sdsKidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Can I take Biotin + Finasteride if I have/had kidney diseases?

There is limited information available on the use of Biotin + Finasteride in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Can I take Biotin + Finasteride if I have/had liver diseases?

There is limited information available on the use of Biotin + Finasteride in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. However, Biotin + Finasteride should be used with caution in these patients.

References

Written By:

Dr Advikka Ridhy

Dr Advikka Ridhy

MBBS

RMO, Aster MIMS

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