Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid
About
Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid belongs to a class of medications called dietary supplements used for healthy hair growth and to prevent hair loss. Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body. Hair loss may be temporary or permanent.
Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid is a combination of four drugs, namely: Biotin (a form of vitamin B), Calcium pantothenate (vitamin B5), Zinc oxide (mineral supplement), and Folic acid (a form of vitamin B9). Biotin is a vitamin that stimulates the production of keratin (a natural protein) in hair that increases hair growth. Calcium pantothenate provides essential nutrients and prevents hair loss. Zinc oxide is essential for hair growth and reduces breakage or thinning of hair and greying. Folic acid works by promoting follicle cell division and growth. Together, Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid strengthens hair, prevents hair loss, improves hair structure, and increases the resistance of hair to damage caused by sunlight.
Take Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid as advised by your doctor. In some cases, you may experience vomiting, nausea, headache, diarrhoea, or dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor. If you have had stomach surgery, inform your doctor before taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid. Avoid alcohol consumption with Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid as it may decrease the absorption of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
Uses of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid
Medicinal Benefits
Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid contains Biotin, Calcium pantothenate, Zinc oxide, and Folic acid. Biotin is a vitamin that stimulates the production of keratin (a natural protein) in hair that increases hair growth. Calcium pantothenate provides essential nutrients and prevents hair loss. Zinc oxide is essential for hair growth and reduces breakage or thinning of hair and greying. It also prevents dandruff. Folic acid works by promoting follicle cell division and growth. Together, Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid strengthens hair, prevents hair loss, improves hair structure, and increases the resistance of hair to damage caused by sunlight, chemical, and mechanical damage. Also, Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid is used to treat hair loss due to changes in the structure of hair such as brittle, thin, inelastic, stressed, dull, colorless and lifeless hair.
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Storage
Side Effects of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Headache
- Diarrhoea
- Dry mouth
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor. If you have had stomach surgery, inform your doctor before taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid. Avoid alcohol consumption with Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid as it may decrease the absorption of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid may interact with anticonvulsants (phenobarbital, carbamazepine), antipsychotics (clozapine, haloperidol), and antidepressant (fluvoxamine).
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid consumption of alcohol with Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid as it may decrease the absorption of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have had stomach surgery or have kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol with Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid as it may decrease the absorption of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding. Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid is given to breastfeeding mothers if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
cautionDrive only if you are alert after taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
Liver
cautionTake Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionBiotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid is not recommended for children unless advised by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid overusing styling tools like blow dryers, curling rods and chemical dying, which can cause loss of natural hair oils and cause hair fall.
- Regular oiling helps in the blood circulation of the scalp and nourishes the roots.
- Wash your hair twice a week with a good shampoo and conditioner to reduce hair fall.
- Practice yoga and meditation to control your stress.
Special Advise
- Get your regular medical examinations done to keep a check on your hormonal profile (androgen) and nutritional deficiencies that cause hair fall.
- It is advised to timely monitor your hormonal and vitamin D profiles, which can affect hair loss.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Alopecia (Hair loss): Alopecia is the thinning or loss of hair on the scalp or any part of the body. Hair loss may be temporary or permanent. The most common cause of hair loss is hereditary female or male-pattern baldness. There may be several other factors for hair loss, such as hormonal changes, certain medical conditions, diet lacking iron, protein and other nutrients.
FAQs
Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid contains Biotin, Calcium pantothenate, Zinc oxide and Folic acid. Biotin is a vitamin that stimulates the production of keratin (a natural protein) in hair that increases hair growth. Calcium pantothenate provides essential nutrients and prevents hair loss. Zinc oxide is essential for hair growth and reduces breakage or thinning of hair and greying. Folic acid works by promoting follicle cell division and growth. Together, Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid strengthens hair, prevents hair loss, improves hair structure and increases the resistance of hair to damage caused by sunlight.
Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are not recommended to take Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid with phenobarbital at the same time as it may affect the absorption of Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid. If you are supposed to use these medicines together, take Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid 2 to 3 hours after taking phenobarbital. However, please consult a doctor before taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid with other medicines.
Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid may be used to reduce greying of hair. Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid contains Zinc oxide that decreases greying of hair. However, please consult a doctor before using Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid.
You are recommended to use Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid for as long as your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any difficulty while taking Biotin+calcium Pantothenate+zinc Oxide+folic Acid, please consult your doctor.
