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Can Usage Of 5000mcg Of Biotin Harm The Kidneys?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Nov 2016
Question: Does taking 5000mcg of biotin hurt my kidneys
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.the answer is no. Biotin is. it toxic for kidneys and even much higher dosages can be tolerated. It is excreted by kidneys but it doesn't damage it,and kidneys are able to process excessive amount of any vitamin including biotin. Wish you good health. Regards
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Can Usage Of 5000mcg Of Biotin Harm The Kidneys?

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hi and welcome.the answer is no. Biotin is. it toxic for kidneys and even much higher dosages can be tolerated. It is excreted by kidneys but it doesn't damage it,and kidneys are able to process excessive amount of any vitamin including biotin. Wish you good health. Regards