Cosmetin 20mg Tablet
Product introduction
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is a form of vitamin B that provides essential nutrients. It is used to treat nutritional deficiencies caused by a lack of vitamin B7. It helps in breaking down carbohydrates, fats, and other substances in the body.
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is best taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. The medicine should not be stopped without the advice of the doctor. It is to be swallowed as a whole and not to be crushed or chewed. Take it regularly and at the same time each day for maximum benefits.
This medicine is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause stomach upset and diarrhea in some people. If these symptoms persist for a longer duration, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking.
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is best taken with food. Take it in the dose and duration as directed by your doctor. The medicine should not be stopped without the advice of the doctor. It is to be swallowed as a whole and not to be crushed or chewed. Take it regularly and at the same time each day for maximum benefits.
This medicine is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause stomach upset and diarrhea in some people. If these symptoms persist for a longer duration, let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or treat them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking.
Uses of Cosmetin Tablet
Benefits of Cosmetin Tablet
In Treatment of Nutritional deficiencies
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is a supplement of vitamin B7 that is essential for breaking down of carbohydrates, fats, and other substances in the body. It is commonly used for various conditions such as hair loss, and brittle nails. Take it in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.
Side effects of Cosmetin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cosmetin
- Upset stomach
- Diarrhea
How to use Cosmetin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Cosmetin Tablet works
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is a form of vitamin B that provides essential nutrients.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Cosmetin 20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cosmetin 20mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cosmetin 20mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Cosmetin 20mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is used to treat nutritional deficiencies due to lack of vitamin B7.
- Do consult your doctor before taking biotin if you have kidney disease, undergone stomach surgery or if you smoke.
- Do inform your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting Cosmetin 20mg Tablet.
- Along with taking Cosmetin 20mg Tablet, you can include biotin (vitamin B7) rich foods in your diet like egg yolks, walnuts, almonds, bananas, whole grains and cereals.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Biotin Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Vitamins
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Cosmetin 20mg Tablet? What is it used for?
Cosmetin 20mg Tablet consists of vitamin B7 which is commonly known as biotin. It is a water-soluble, B-complex vitamin that contributes to healthy metabolic, nerve, digestive and cardiovascular functions. Cosmetin 20mg Tablet helps to provide vitamin B7 which is essential for metabolizing fats and carbohydrates. This also helps strengthen hair, increase nail thickness and prevent split ends and thinning hair.
What causes the deficiency of biotin?
The deficiency of biotin is extremely rare. However, it may be seen commonly in cases of inadequate dietary intake, alcoholism, smoking or a genetic disorder, such as Crohn’s disease, that affects biotin metabolism. Long-term antibiotic usage has also been associated with biotin deficiency.
What are the symptoms of biotin deficiency?
Symptoms of a biotin deficiency include skin rashes, brittle and thinning hair and nails, seborrheic dermatitis and alopecia (hair loss). If you experience any of these, consult your doctor.
How long will it take for Cosmetin 20mg Tablet to work?
Most of the people are likely to see significant results after about a month or so, but some people notice a difference as early as two weeks. If you do not see considerable improvement in your condition even after a month, consult your doctor.
Is Cosmetin 20mg Tablet harmful?
No, Cosmetin 20mg Tablet is not harmful if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. No side effects have been seen with the use of Cosmetin 20mg Tablet when taken ap per the recommended doses.
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Name: East West Pharma
Address: No. 10, 2nd Cross, Maravaneri, Salem - 636007, Tamil Nadu.
Country of origin: India
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