| Possible Interactions
with: Vitamin H (Biotin) |
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Biotin |
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Although there are no reports in the medical literature of interactions
between biotin and conventional medications, there are some medications that may
deplete biotin levels. If you are currently being treated with any of the
following medications, you should not use vitamin A without first talking to
your healthcare provider.
Antibiotics
Long- term antibiotic use may decrease biotin
levels by destroying the bacteria in the gut that produces biotin.
Anticonvulsant Medications
Long-term use of anticonvulsant
medications such as phenytoin, primidone, carbamezepine, and phenobarbital can
deplete the body's stores of biotin, possibly by interfering with absorption and
increasing urinary excretion. Similarly, valproic acid can cause biotinidase
deficiency which may be helped by biotin supplements. |
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