Zubitin Tablet (biotin)

Description

Zubitin 10 mg Tablet is a vitamin supplement composed of Vitamin B7. This vitamin is essential for improving hair, skin, and nail health. It also helps to break down substances like carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the food you eat and convert them into energy. Its deficiency may cause thinning of the hair and rashes on your face.

Zubitin 10 mg Tablet may rarely cause side effects such as upset stomach and skin rash.

Zubitin 10 mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose.

Zubitin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about your pre-existing medical conditions and current medications before starting the treatment. This will help your doctor to adjust the dose and avoid undesired effects. If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zubitin 10 mg Tablet
Hypersensitivity
Skin rash
Uses of Zubitin 10 mg Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Biotin deficiency
Biotin deficiency can cause thinning of hair, rashes around the eyes, nose, and mouth, brittle nails, nervous system disorders, etc. Zubitin 10 mg Tablet is used to treat biotin deficiency (low blood levels of biotin), and also prevent blood levels of biotin from becoming too low.

When not to use?

Allergy
Zubitin 10 mg Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms like rashes, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Zubitin 10 mg Tablet is recommended for use during pregnancy only when necessary, and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine to determine the appropriate dose.
Breast-feeding
Zubitin 10 mg Tablet is recommended for use while breastfeeding only when necessary, and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine to determine the appropriate dose.
General warnings
Use in children
Use of Zubitin 10 mg Tablet in children should be done only under your doctor’s supervision.
Effect of treatment
It may take three to six months before the condition of your hair or nails improves after initiating the treatment with Zubitin 10 mg Tablet. Hence, take this medicine for the recommended duration for better results.
Smoking
You may have low levels of Biotin in the body if you smoke. In such cases, you may require a different dose of Zubitin 10 mg Tablet. Hence, check with your doctor. Your doctor/dietitian will advise the appropriate dose.
Laboratory tests
Zubitin 10 mg Tablet may interfere with different blood tests and give falsely high or low test results. Hence, inform your doctor or the lab technician regarding the use of this medicine before undergoing lab tests.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Zubitin 10 mg Tablet, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the normal dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Zubitin 10 mg Tablet.

Interactions

General Instructions
Take Zubitin 10 mg Tablet with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, chew, or crush the tablet. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose.

Zubitin 10 mg Tablet may affect or get affected by other medicines you are taking. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including herbal products or supplements.

Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. Discard the unused or expired medications properly.