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Suggest Dosage For Biotin For 5 Years Old

my niece who is 5 yrs old has Alopecia Areata, and her doctor prescribed her Biotin, in the country they live in don t sell Biotin so I will buy it for her from Canada, could you tell me please with one would be good for her because they all have different micrograms. Thank you
Fri, 30 Sep 2016
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.

Biotin requirement is variable for age. At age of 5 year biotin requirement is 12 mcg. Formulation available in 10 mcg, 20 mcg and 50mcg tablets. So in my opinion she can use 20 mcg.

Generally it is very safe and over dosage does not cause any side effects.

Still you should consult your doctor once for exacts dosage.

Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer.
Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.
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Suggest Dosage For Biotin For 5 Years Old

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Biotin requirement is variable for age. At age of 5 year biotin requirement is 12 mcg. Formulation available in 10 mcg, 20 mcg and 50mcg tablets. So in my opinion she can use 20 mcg. Generally it is very safe and over dosage does not cause any side effects. Still you should consult your doctor once for exacts dosage. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.