Biotin (Vitamin B7) 10 mg (10,000 mcg): uses, price & cheaper substitutes
Common uses: Biotin deficiency diagnosed by your doctor – signs include skin rash, hair loss and brittle nails; Hair loss or brittle nails when your doctor wants to rule out or correct low biotin.
Listed MRPs range from ₹3.19 to ₹26.76 per tablet across 6 listings.
Price comparison
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biotin Tablets 10mgJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 10 | ₹31.88 | ₹3.19 | 19 October 2026 |
| Carbamide Forte Biotin 10000 mcg | Novus Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | 60 | ₹535.00 | ₹8.92 | 19 October 2026 |
| Cosmetin | East West Pharma | 10 | ₹130.40 | ₹13.04 | 19 October 2026 |
| Tressotin 10 | Prism Life Sciences Ltd | 10 | ₹135.94 | ₹13.59 | 19 October 2026 |
| Zubitin | Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 30 | ₹415.50 | ₹13.85 | 19 October 2026 |
| BTN Forte | Zydus Healthcare Limited | 10 | ₹267.65 | ₹26.76 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Uses
- Biotin deficiency diagnosed by your doctor – signs include skin rash, hair loss and brittle nails.
- Hair loss or brittle nails when your doctor wants to rule out or correct low biotin.
- Specific medical conditions in which a doctor prescribes high-dose biotin.
How to take it
Take one tablet a day with water, with or after a meal, only if a doctor or dermatologist has advised it. 10 mg is a very high dose – adults need only about 30 micrograms a day, and the NHS says taking 0.9 mg or less a day from supplements is unlikely to cause harm, while there is not enough evidence about the effects of higher daily doses. Biotin is often taken for hair fall, but it only helps if hair loss is caused by biotin deficiency, which is rare. Very important: biotin can interfere with certain lab tests – for example it can make a heart attack (troponin) test read falsely low – so tell your doctor and the laboratory that you take biotin before any blood test. Review with your doctor after 2–3 months if there is no change.
Side effects
Common
- Usually none – no toxic symptoms of biotin are known.
- Extra biotin that the body does not use passes out in urine.
- Stomach upset is possible, as with many supplements; taking it after food helps.
Serious
Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.
- Wrong blood test results (for example a falsely low troponin in a heart attack) – always tell doctors you take biotin.
- Allergic reaction – rash, swelling of the face or throat, difficulty breathing.
- Hair loss that is sudden, patchy or with other symptoms – needs a doctor's assessment, not a higher dose.
Safety information
Alcohol
No known interaction.
Pregnancy
Pregnant women need about 30 micrograms a day; do not take 10 mg tablets in pregnancy or while breastfeeding unless your doctor advises it.
Kidney problems
Biotin leaves the body in urine; tell your doctor if you have kidney disease before taking high doses.
Liver problems
No specific problem is known, but tell your doctor about liver disease.
Children
Not for children unless a doctor prescribes it for a specific condition.
Missed dose
Skip the missed dose and take the next one as usual. Do not double up.
Interactions
- Troponin blood test for heart attack – biotin can make the result look falsely low; tell the doctor ordering it.
- Other lab tests – biotin can interfere with certain tests; mention it before any blood test, including in an emergency.
- Other hair, skin and nail supplements – many already contain biotin; check the total.
Frequently asked questions
Does biotin 10 mg help hair growth?
Only if your hair loss is caused by biotin deficiency, which is rare. There is not good evidence that biotin grows hair in people with normal biotin levels. A dermatologist can find the real cause of hair fall.
What are the side effects of biotin?
Biotin usually causes no side effects, and no toxic symptoms are known. The main risk is that high-dose biotin can interfere with certain lab tests, such as making a heart attack (troponin) test read falsely low.
Should I stop biotin before a blood test?
Tell your doctor and the lab that you take biotin before any blood test, because it can interfere with certain tests. In an emergency, always mention it.
Can I take biotin 10 mg daily?
Only if a doctor advises it. Adults need about 30 micrograms a day; the NHS considers 0.9 mg or less a day from supplements unlikely to cause harm, and there is not enough evidence about higher daily doses.
BTN Forte tablet uses
BTN Forte contains biotin 10 mg. Doctors use it for biotin deficiency and sometimes in hair and nail problems linked to low biotin.
Biotin 5 mg or 10 mg – which is better?
Neither is better for people without a deficiency. If your doctor recommends biotin, use the lowest dose that works for you.
What are the signs of biotin deficiency?
Biotin deficiency is rare. Signs include skin rashes, hair loss and brittle nails, and it may cause muscle pain or a swollen tongue. A doctor can check whether these symptoms have another cause.
Can I take biotin in pregnancy?
Pregnant women need only about 30 micrograms a day. Do not take high-dose biotin in pregnancy unless your doctor advises it.
How long does biotin take to work for nails and hair?
If deficiency was the cause, improvement usually takes a few months as new hair and nail grow. If nothing changes after 2–3 months, see your doctor rather than continuing.
Sources
- NHS – B vitamins and folic acid (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Pantothenic acid and biotin (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Troponin test (19 October 2026)
- US FDA – Biotin interference with troponin lab tests (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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