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A member asked:

Can biotin(10mg) conflict with atripla or have known side effects when taking both one a day? i've been experiencing hair loss &headaches (large amount of strands per day, after taking it for 2 weeks)

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No: There should be no issues.

Dr Beck and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/30/2014

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Thank

No conflict: There are no drug interactions with taking biotin along with other drugs. So you can take your drugs together if you like.

Dr Pappas agreed

Answered 1/12/2014

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