Biotin Injection

A consultation is essential, prior to taking a Biotin injection.

A brief telephone consultation will enable us to asses that you are eligible for a full consultation and treatment.

What is Biotin?

Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin essential for various bodily functions.

It supports many parts of your body, including your nervous system, liver and eyes. It helps the enzymes in your body carry out their jobs and keeps cells working as they should.

It plays a vital role in maintaining the metabolism, hair, skin, and nail health and supports pregnancy.

Symptoms of Biotin deficiency include:

• Hair loss (alopecia)
• A red rash around your eyes, nose, mouth, and genital area
• Acne
• Dermatitis
• Brittle nails
• Depression
• Lethargy (lack of energy)
• Hallucinations
• Numbness of your extremities (hands or feet)
• Seizures

Biotin can be administered via an injection or oral supplements.

Why do we need Biotin?

Biotin is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including:

If you have a severe biotin deficiency that cannot be corrected through dietary changes or supplements, injections may be necessary.

Some medical conditions or medications can interfere with the body’s ability to absorb biotin from the digestive system. Injections can bypass this issue and deliver the vitamin directly into the bloodstream.

Some individuals with biotin deficiency may experience hair loss, eczema, dermatitis, acne and other skin problems, where injections can help to address this.

What is a Biotin injection?

A Biotin injection is a nutritional supplement procedure, where a high dose of Biotin is administered directly into the bloodstream.

Biotin injections are now available in private clinics for purported health and wellness benefits.

The Biotin nutritional supplement is administered intramuscularly directly into your bloodstream, where nutrients act with immediacy.

When a Biotin injection is administered, the vitamin dissolves in the bloodstream and is quickly distributed throughout the body. This allows for rapid absorption and utilisation by the cells.

This method, where nutrients directly enter the bloodstream, accelerates the effectiveness of treatment, unlike supplements given via the digestive system.

Biotin is water-soluble, which means that it dissolves in water and can be easily absorbed by the body.

Unlike fat-soluble vitamins, which are stored in the body’s tissues, excess Biotin is typically excreted through the urine, therefore considered to be safe.

Who administers the Biotin injection?

A fully qualified, experienced and competent practitioner will administer the Biotin injection.

How is the Biotin prepared and administered?

The Biotin glass ampule is stored in the refrigerator until such time as it will be administered. The supplement is prepared just before being administered for the best quality possible.

A sterile station is prepared for the administration of the Biotin injection. The top is snapped off the glass ampule, then Biotin is dawn up into a syringe and the appropriate sterile needle is attached.

The injection site is sterilised and the intramuscular injection of Biotin is administered into the Deltoid muscle in the side of the upper arm. The procedure is very quick, though a short, sharp pain during the injection may be felt.

Why consider a Biotin injection and what will it help?

A Biotin deficiency can occur if your body is unable to absorb the vitamin from your diet or if you are not consuming enough of it. A number of factors which can contribute to a Biotin deficiency, these include:

• Vegan diet
• Vegetarian diet
• Some medications
• Feeling lethargic
• Tiredness
• Low in mood
• Over worked
• Moderate to high levels of stress
• Hair thinning
• Dermatitis
• Acne
• Pregnancy
• Alcoholism 

Does it hurt?

The actual procedure is very quick. A short, sharp pain during the injection may be felt, though every individual has varied pain threshold to the needle insertion action.

Care is taken to make it as comfortable as possible.

As with all injections there may be some mild temporary discomfort and redness in the direct injection site post needle insertion, which subsides quickly.

How many sessions do I need?

This depends very much on what condition you are treating and its severity. For long-standing conditions, a minimum of 3 treatments is required taken every two to 4 weeks, to ensure the best outcome. A monthly top up can be administered to maintain results.

How quickly will I see the results?

Vitamin B7 (Biotin) can start to work straight away. However, it may take a few days or weeks before your Biotin levels and symptoms start to improve.

How long will the results last?

Biotin injection is an affective nutritional supplement and results are usually long term, depending on factors such as underlying health issues, how one cares for oneself post procedure, stress, hormone influences, and lifestyle. Once the patient’s goal has been attained, maintenance treatments may be scheduled either monthly, quarterly or yearly.

Are Biotin injections safe?

Unlike fat-soluble vitamins, which are stored in the body’s tissues, excess Biotin is typically excreted through the urine, therefore considered to be safe.

Biotin injections are generally considered safe. They have an excellent robust safety record and have always been an effective approach to healing.

It’s important to note that Biotin injections should only be administered by a qualified practitioner, who can assess your individual needs and determine if the injections are appropriate for you.

Care is taken to ensure patient safety at all times. 

Are there any side effects?

As with any injectable procedure, there are potential side effects.

The common side effects are pain during injection, redness, swelling and soreness around the injection site lasting up to a few days.

You may also experience some bruising around the injection site.

Some people can faint or feel faint in response to needles and injections. It is important to tell your practitioner as soon as possible if you feel unwell during or after the injection.

Uncommon side effects include dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, hot flushes, skin reactions, chills, tremor, insomnia.

There is a risk of an allergic reaction or anaphylactic reaction to the Biotin injection. While rare, allergic reactions to Biotin injections can occur. If you have a history of allergies, it’s important to inform your practitioner.

In the event of anaphylaxis or any serious side effects, you would require emergency medical attention.

Also in rare cases, Biotin injections may cause changes in heart rate or blood pressure. These rare side effects include cardiac arrhythmias, thrombocytosis, and hypokalaemia (low blood potassium level). This is more likely to occur in people with underlying heart conditions.

Are there any other important considerations?

While Biotin injections can be beneficial for certain health conditions, it’s important to consult a wellness practitioner who works alongside your primary care physician where needed.

There is scientific evidence for the effectiveness of Biotin injection treatments. However some natural supplements may interact with medications you’re taking, so it’s crucial to disclose all medications to your healthcare practitioner.

It is important that you see your GP or wellness practitioner if you suspect or display symptoms of Biotin deficiency.

It is important also to not exceed the recommended doses of Biotin. 

Disclaimer

Any views or advice obtained via this website should not be taken as a substitute
for medical advice or treatment, especially if you are aware of, or suffer from, a specific health complaint.​
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We recommend that you maintain your relationship with your GP, as Biotin injections and conventional medicine can be integrated when necessary to provide complementary services. Your GP will also be able to arrange any diagnostic procedures you may need, and provide emergency cover.

The information on this website is written WITHOUT PREJUDICE

Avoid strenuous activity for 24 hours.
Avoid hot baths, sauna, steam rooms for 24 hours.
Avoid tanning for up to 24 hours.
Avoid public pools.
Avoid rubbing or massage the treated areas for up to 24 hours.
Avoid consuming any alcohol for up to 24 hours.

Your practitioner will advise you on personlised aftercare, lifestyle, and nutrition. As a team you can work together to improve your health and wellbeing.

If original symptoms persist or become worse, seek medical advice as symptoms may be related to other diseases.

Biotin Injection                             £50

Emporium Practitioner:

Angela Taffinder
Senior Aesthetician/Wellness Practitioner