Biotin 

Biotin, also known as Vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin involved in several metabolic processes in the body, including the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. It also plays a role in normal hair, skin, and nail structure, which is part of why it's a commonly requested compounded formulation.

Potential Benefits:

– May support normal hair structure and growth
– May support normal skin health
– May support normal nail strength
– May play a role in normal energy metabolism

These reflect the documented role of biotin in the nutritional and biochemical literature. They aren't claims that this compounded product diagnoses, treats, cures, or prevents any disease or condition, and results vary from person to person and aren't guaranteed.

Product Purchase Includes:

– Medication
– Medical provider consultation
– Syringes
– Alcohol Pads
– Program guide
– Administration video

Administration and Frequency:

– Intramuscular (IM) injection
– As directed by your prescribing provider

Contraindications:

Biotin injections may not be appropriate for people who:
– Have a known hypersensitivity or allergy to biotin or any component of the formula
– Are scheduled for lab work in the near future, particularly cardiac (troponin), thyroid, or hormone panels. See the important warning below.
– Are pregnant or breastfeeding. Discuss with your independent licensed healthcare provider before use.

Warnings and Precautions:

Biotin may interfere with certain lab tests, including cardiac testing. Tell your provider before any blood work. The FDA issued a safety communication about this in 2017, updated in 2019. This isn't a minor technical note, it can have real clinical consequences.

Specifically, high-dose biotin has been associated with falsely low troponin readings. Troponin is the standard blood test used to help diagnose a heart attack. A falsely low result caused by biotin could delay or mask a correct diagnosis in an emergency setting.

Biotin can also interfere with thyroid function tests and certain hormone assays, potentially leading to inaccurate results and, in some cases, inappropriate treatment decisions based on those results.

If you're taking biotin injections:

– Tell every healthcare provider you see, including in urgent care or emergency settings, that you're taking biotin
– If you have any lab work scheduled, ask your provider whether you should pause biotin beforehand, and for how long
– Wear or carry something that identifies you as a biotin user in case you're ever unable to communicate this yourself in an emergency.

Tell your provider about every medication, supplement, and health condition you have before starting.

Potential Side Effects:

Reported side effects can include:

– Pain, redness, or irritation at the injection site
– Nausea
– Mild digestive upset
– Allergic reaction

If you notice hives, swelling of the face or throat, or trouble breathing, that's an emergency, seek care right away. For anything else unusual, reach out to your prescribing provider.