What is the recommended dose of over-the-counter biotin for the treatment of hair loss in women? – Carolyn Adamich, ANP-C, Huntington Beach, Calif.
I advise my female patients who are experiencing hair loss to take 5,000 mcg biotin every day. Be sure to remind these women to avoid vitamin A supplementation, as this can cause hair loss.—Abby A. Jacobson, PA-C (189-1)
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