Follihair

Follihair Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

1000 ml contains: L-Isoleucine: 10.40 gm L-Leucine: 13.09 gm L-Lysine monoacetate: 9.71 gm L-Lysine 6.88 gm L-Methionine 1.1 gm Acetylcysteine 0.70 gm L-Cysteine 0.52 gm L-Phenylalanine 0.88 gm L-Threonine 4.40 gm L-Tryptophan 0.70 gm L-Valine 10.08 gm Arginine 10.72 gm L-Histidine 2.80 gm Aminoacetic acid 5.82 gm L-Alanine 4.64 gm L-Proline 5.73 gm L-Serine 2.24 gm Glacial acetic acid 4.42 gm Water for Injections q.s.

A water-soluble, enzyme co-factor present in minute amounts in every living cell. It occurs mainly bound to proteins or polypeptides and is abundant in liver, kidney, pancreas, yeast, and milk.

Biotin is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin which is composed of an ureido ring fused with a tetrahydrothiophene ring, which attaches a valeric acid substituent at one of its carbon atoms. Biotin is used in cell growth, the production of fatty acids, metabolism of fats, and amino acids. It plays a role in the Kreb cycle, which is the process in which energy is released from food. Biotin not only assists in various metabolic chemical conversions, but also helps with the transfer of carbon dioxide. Biotin is also helpful in maintaining a steady blood sugar level. Biotin is often recommended for strengthening hair and nails. Consequenty, it is found in many cosmetic and health products for the hair and skin. Biotin deficiency is a rare nutritional disorder caused by a deficiency of biotin. Initial symptoms of biotin deficiency include: Dry skin, Seborrheic dermatitis, Fungal infections, rashes including erythematous periorofacial macular rash, fine and brittle hair, and hair loss or total alopecia. If left untreated, neurological symptoms can develop, including mild depression, which may progress to profound lassitude and, eventually, to somnolence; changes in mental status, generalized muscular pains (myalgias), hyperesthesias and paresthesias. The treatment for biotin deficiency is to simply start taking some biotin supplements. A lack of biotin in infants will lead to a condition called seborrheic dermatitis or "cradle cap". Biotin deficiencies are extremely rare in adults but if it does occur, it will lead to anemia, depression, hair loss, high blood sugar levels, muscle pain, nausea, loss of appetite and inflamed mucous membranes.

Follihair
Uses
Dosage
Side Effect
Precautions
Interactions
Uses during Pregnancy
Uses during Breastfeeding
Accute Overdose
Food Interaction
Half Life
Volume of Distribution
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Interaction With other Medicine
Contradiction
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Trade Name	Follihair
Generic	Amino Acid + Biotin + Grape Seed Extract + Isoflavones + Multivitamins + Multiminerals (A-Z prenatal preparation)
Weight	11.9mg
Type	Tablet
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer	Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Available Country	India
Last Updated:	September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am

Uses

Parenteral amino acid supply in severe forms of hepatic failure (liver insufficiency) with and without encephalopathy. For supply of amino acids as part of a parenteral nutrition regimen when oral or enteral nutrition is impossible or insufficient or contraindicated.

Biotin is a B-complex vitamin found in many multivitamin products.

For nutritional supplementation, also for treating dietary shortage or imbalance.

Follihair is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Vitamin Deficiency, Nutritional supplementation

How Follihair works

Biotin is necessary for the proper functioning of enzymes that transport carboxyl units and fix carbon dioxide, and is required for various metabolic functions, including gluconeogenesis, lipogenesis, fatty acid biosynthesis, propionate metabolism, and catabolism of branched-chain amino acids.

Dosage

Follihair dosage

For intravenous infusion. Usual dose: 1.0 to 1.25 ml/kg/hour. Max. dosage: 1.5 g amino acids/kg/day = 1300 ml/day at 70 kg body weight. Constant checking of serum electrolytes, fluid balance and acid-base balance is mandatory. Amino Acid 8% is used as long as required by therapy.

Side Effects

Due to the special composition of this preparation, use in indications other than those recommended may result in amino acid imbalances and severe metabolic disorders.

Toxicity

Prolonged skin contact may cause irritation.

Interaction

Because of the increased risk of microbiological contamination and incompatibilities, amino acid solutions should not be mixed with other drugs. Should it become necessary to add other nutrients like carbohydrates, lipid emulsions, electrolytes, vitamins or trace elements to Amino Acid 8% for complete nutrition, care should be given to hygienic admixing, good blending and, in particular, to compatibility.

Elimination Route

Systemic - approximately 50%

Contraindication

Disturbance of amino acid metabolism, metabolic acidosis, fluid overload, hyponatremia, hypokalemia, renal insufficiency, decompensated cardiac insufficiency, shock, hypoxia. No specific studies have been performed to assess the safety of Amino Acid 8% in pregnancy and lactation.

Storage Condition

Amino Acid 8% should not be stored after the addition of other components. Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze. Shelf Life: 36 months. Do not use Amino Acid after the expiry date. Do not use if the solution is cloudy or if the container is damaged. Keep out of the reach of children.