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Question: Hi doctor,
I experienced a major hair fall last year. The hair fall is very less now a days however hair density has become very thin.. I have asked few doctors before and they suggested me to take biotin in order to improve hair and skin health where as I am unaware of right dosage, brand and capacity (mg) for me.
I have started taking multivitamins (Cipla Maxirich) since last few days. I have it daily after meal (evening). I workout regularly and I am more of a fitness oriented guy so multivitamins may help me in other ways too..
Suggest me some pills to get right nutrition to my hair and skin.
I experienced a major hair fall last year. The hair fall is very less now a days however hair density has become very thin.. I have asked few doctors before and they suggested me to take biotin in order to improve hair and skin health where as I am unaware of right dosage, brand and capacity (mg) for me.
I have started taking multivitamins (Cipla Maxirich) since last few days. I have it daily after meal (evening). I workout regularly and I am more of a fitness oriented guy so multivitamins may help me in other ways too..
Suggest me some pills to get right nutrition to my hair and skin.
Brief Answer:
GOOD NUTRITION AND DRUGS FOR HAIR GROWTH AND HAIRFALL CONTROL
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thank you for posting your query in healthcaremagic.com
This is Dr. Swarnava dattagupta answering your query.
I understand your concern.
See, since you have overcome the period of high hairfall last year, what you need now is to increase hair growth as well as maintain the less hairfall.
For that, i would recommend you the following-
First of all, maintain proper skin and hair cleanliness and hygiene. Shampoo your hair twice a week and use serum preparations when you go out in the pollution.
Next, use biotin tablets 1-2mg once daily as maintenance dosage. You can continue this for 1-2 months and also more if required. This amount of dosage does not have any side effects.
Use antioxidant supplements once daily. It is good for both skin, hair and general health.
Use ketoconazole shampoo if you notice dandruff, it is also an important cause of hairfall.
Continue multivitamins and exercise. It is good for healthy metabolism.
Comb your hair regularly, it maintains a good blood circulation to the base of hair.
If you notice sudden huge amount of hairfall again, you can start minoxidil hair drops after consulting with a dermatologist.
Hope i have answered your question.
If you have any further questions i will be happy to help.
Regards
GOOD NUTRITION AND DRUGS FOR HAIR GROWTH AND HAIRFALL CONTROL
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thank you for posting your query in healthcaremagic.com
This is Dr. Swarnava dattagupta answering your query.
I understand your concern.
See, since you have overcome the period of high hairfall last year, what you need now is to increase hair growth as well as maintain the less hairfall.
For that, i would recommend you the following-
First of all, maintain proper skin and hair cleanliness and hygiene. Shampoo your hair twice a week and use serum preparations when you go out in the pollution.
Next, use biotin tablets 1-2mg once daily as maintenance dosage. You can continue this for 1-2 months and also more if required. This amount of dosage does not have any side effects.
Use antioxidant supplements once daily. It is good for both skin, hair and general health.
Use ketoconazole shampoo if you notice dandruff, it is also an important cause of hairfall.
Continue multivitamins and exercise. It is good for healthy metabolism.
Comb your hair regularly, it maintains a good blood circulation to the base of hair.
If you notice sudden huge amount of hairfall again, you can start minoxidil hair drops after consulting with a dermatologist.
Hope i have answered your question.
If you have any further questions i will be happy to help.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Is it good idea to continue biotin and multivitamins dose together? If yes what would be the best time to consume it?
I could get biotin 5000 umg tablets in market. Do I need to consume twice a day?
I could get biotin 5000 umg tablets in market. Do I need to consume twice a day?
Brief Answer:
CONTINUE BIOTIN ONCE A DAY
Detailed Answer:
Hello again.
Yes, you can continue with biotin and multivitamins together. Because you are doing workout etc, you are taking multivitamin supplements and it is okay.
I will advice you to take multivitamin tablets with lunch and biotin tablet with dinner daily.
See, 5000 mcg tablets means 5mg tablets. you do not need such doses now as your hairfall is under control. Taking 2 mg tablets should be sufficient but if you can find only 5mg tablets, then consume it once daily. There should not be any side effect. Dont worry.
regards
CONTINUE BIOTIN ONCE A DAY
Detailed Answer:
Hello again.
Yes, you can continue with biotin and multivitamins together. Because you are doing workout etc, you are taking multivitamin supplements and it is okay.
I will advice you to take multivitamin tablets with lunch and biotin tablet with dinner daily.
See, 5000 mcg tablets means 5mg tablets. you do not need such doses now as your hairfall is under control. Taking 2 mg tablets should be sufficient but if you can find only 5mg tablets, then consume it once daily. There should not be any side effect. Dont worry.
regards
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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