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I have started biotin 3000mcg and folic acid supplements today. will this cause cystic acne as i have been reading or is it safe?
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No---BUT: Since you are never going to be pregnant, you will derive no benefit from folic acid. There is no valid evidence of any benefit to any person in any way for biotin. Biotin is promoted very aggressively, so there must be significant benefits to those who sell it. Folic acid is used when a person takes methotrexate, is clearly indicated for women who plan to be pregnant, and in rare cases of folic a.
Answered 12/17/2015
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