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Is taking 10,000 mcg of biotin bad for a 4'9 84 lb 13 yr old? also does biotin help your nails grow faster?

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Dr. Virginio Rodriguez answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Biotin 10 mgs is ok: it will help your skin, hair and nails

Answered 5/16/2016

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