User Reviews for biotin

Not bad but could be better

For more than a month, I took Nature Made® Hair, Skin, and Nails 2,500 mcg gummies. With my eczema and dermatitis, I believed it would be beneficial. Then one day I had a daylong feeling of having a heart attack! Lots of heart palpitations and nervousness/anxiety. Before this, I recently experienced indigestion and back pain, and I've noticed that it's been getting tougher for me to swallow lately, as if something is sort of choking me. I was experiencing headaches and an itchy scalp. Symptoms have improved since I stopped taking biotin. I feel better and none of these adverse effects are present. I'm puzzled as to why there aren't more popular online articles listing more adverse effects in regard to biotin. I had to look a little harder for other individuals who had the same problems I had while using biotin. Prior to consuming biotin, especially in greater doses, do your homework and consider your options.Read More Read Less

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This is a test review post done by Amar 3

Taking biotin 5000mcg from October first week almost it is two months now. Not noticed any change.

My hairline started to recede, had bald patches and my hair volume had decreased enormously. Probably due to menopause. I've been taking Biotin (5000mcg p/d) for 5 months now and the results are remarkable. First noticed fuller eye lashes and longer nails and now my hair volume seems to be back to normal and the bald patches have become smaller. It's a pity that I can't upload before- & after photo's. No side effects up until now, hopefully none will come. Very happy; it's done wonders for my confidence. Read More Read Less

My nails grew in noticeably thicker and stronger very soon after beginning to take 5,000 mcg chewable biotin per day. I have taken skin/hair/nail vitamins in the past with the same effect but decided to try biotin alone since it was much cheaper.

I have been using these tablets for six months, due to thinning hair caused by the dreaded menopause. Like another customer stated, my eyelashes are a lot longer and eyebrows are growing, but nothing yet on my head, no new growth, zilch. I get it cut every 4/5 weeks as it’s less noticeable with shorter layers, and even my usual hairdresser said there is No new growth. I will give it another six months,,and if no new growth then I will stop taking it.

I took biotin for 1 week. I started having muscle and bone pain in my hips, legs and back. I developed diarrhea. I immediately stopped taking it. It made me feel very ill.

I didn’t really need supplemental biotin, but I took it anyway, just because my mom takes it. I took 5,000 mcg once daily for about 7 to 10 days, and I started noticing strange effects, i.e., skin rash, amphetamine-like energy/talkativeness, reduced back pain, decreased need for opioids, and profound insomnia. It’s somewhat of a mixed bag, but beware that biotin supplements can do bizarre and awful things.

I used to have very thin nails that bent when i pressed against them. They would break and rip and shed off in layers. i would say biotin has helped in the last couple years. my nails are now hard and they grow a lot longer than they used to.

Never worked for me, I do wonder if they actually work for anyone?

Been taking the suggested amount for almost 12 weeks now and Tbh have made no difference not the slightest

After research now I see why they made no difference to me

People should always consult a doctor first. After taking only one dose I felt like I was having a heart attack. Twice. I've never had heart issues. The side effects lasted way longer than anticipated as well. Scariest day of my life. Now I'm skeptical of every vitamin. You should be too.

My hair started thinning and then it was obvious that I was starting to lose a lot of hair. Read up on Biotin supplement and decided to try it. Been taking Biotin for a couple of years now and there is no significant gain, my hair continues to thin and I've lost more hair.

I started supplementing Biotin 2-3 years ago after I noticed that my frontal hair was thinning. My hairline was always high but with the thinning it looked to be slowly receeding also. With hair loss being a major problem in my family and also seeing how my two older brothers were slowly losing their hair I began to do a little research. I decided against taking prescription medication and after browsing and reading I chose a supplement I wanted to try: Biotin. I started taking 5000 mcg of Biotin daily and within a week saw results. My hair was starting to thicken and fill in nicely. I was even amazed that all these little baby hairs were sprouting along my hairline and bangs. I was literally growing a new hairline back. All these new hairs started sprouting along my hairline and my bangs were thicker which blew my mind. My nails were growing like weeds and were a LOT thicker. Also I noticed my skin was changing for the better. The dry spots on my face were gone and I even developed a glow from my skin. I was beyond satisfied with this product. P.S. I have tried Biotin tablets, powder capsules and gel caps and have found the tablets and powder capsules to work the best. Bought the tiny gel cap form last time and even at 10,000 mcg a day they don't work half as good as the other kinds. Just IMERead More Read Less

I'm pretty healthy for a 71-year-old woman. I take a few supplements for the aches and pains and other issues of old age. I've been on levoxyl for hypothyroidism for 33 years, and I get my thyroid tested every year with my annual labs. I was taking a B-Complex pill (OTC) on recommendation of my doctor due to pain for several years. Recently, I started taking a collagen pill (OTC) to ward off wrinkles. Three months ago I had my labs drawn and my levoxyl was increased and I was told to get it rechecked in three months, which I did. I got a call from my doctor saying my thyroid was still off, and are you taking any biotin? So I checked. My B-Complex pill has 1000% above necessary in biotin. So I told the doctor this and she said to stop the biotin and get the thyroid rechecked in 2 weeks. After we hung up, I checked all my supplements and noticed that the collagen pill has biotin also, 10,000% more than necessary. So I have stopped both. I wasn't taking it for "brittle nails," I just needed to choose one of the ailments listed. I only took it because it was in other pills.Read More Read Less

HairFul healthy supplement for hair fall and hairgrowth. Hair loss and thinning can have many causes—stress is a big one, for example—but there are vitamins and minerals you can take each morning that can support healthy hair growth. A supplement with biotin, acid, all the vitamins, or any combination of the above can help your hair grow back longer and stronger in as little as a few weeks. The key to getting the best results? Be consistent with the supplement and commit to them daily for at least 3(Three) months. Not all hair growth supplements are vegan-friendly, either—so we included options below for all dietary needs.Read More Read Less

im taking the 10,000mg and just starting out. trying for healthy hair and skin. my nails grow long but tends to break after a med lenght. hopefully this will make them strong i will repost after a month wish me luck. gave low stars for now till after a month to come back and rate again