What is Biotin?

In short

Biotin is a water-soluble vitamin. It belongs to the group of B vitamins.

What does the body need it for?

Biotin contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism and normal functioning of the nervous system. It contributes to the maintenance of normal skin and hair.

How much is good?

NRV (EU reference value)

50 µg

Too much

Maximum per daily dose (BfR)

60 µg

High amounts of biotin can distort some blood test results, such as thyroid values or cardiac markers. Tell your doctor or laboratory before a blood test if you take biotin.

Interactions

• Biotin

  High amounts of biotin (from about 5 mg a day) can distort some blood tests, for example thyroid or heart values. Tell your doctor or lab before blood is taken.

Other names

Vitamin B7, Vitamin H, D-Biotin, Biotin, Biotina

Source

EU Regulation 432/2012; BfR; BfArM