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Hi, i have been taking biotin 5000 mcg for a little over a month and i just stopped it last week because i realized it was causing acne.help!

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Dr. Michael Kulick answered

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Are your sure??: Many factors cause acne. If stopping biotin really is the answer, you will know over the next few months. Stay in touch about this.

Answered 3/31/2014

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A member asked:

Hi, i have been taking biotin 5000 mcg for a little over a month and i just stopped it last week because i realized it was causing acne.help!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Kulick answered

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