Misty_eyes 79 Posted January 22, 2013 How much Biotin is needed to prevent hair loss? I am post op day #5 and am scared of Hair loss coz my Protein intake is low. Hopefully it will get better with Isopure drinks that I got today. Anyway, GNC is selling Biotin for 600mcg -10,000, the dosage range is sooo wide! . So im not sure exactly how much to take. Advise and information will be appreciated! Very thankful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lander 74 Posted January 22, 2013 Biotin won't prevent the loss. It just helps it grow back in faster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarahzamudio1091 185 Posted January 22, 2013 I take 9,000 mcgs , but Biotin doesn't work by itself . It's just a piece of the puzzle . You need your multi, Calcium , B 12 , b complex , and your biotin. I take 100 grams of Protein a day at leAst because I'm scared of Hair loss too . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GeauxForIt 659 Posted January 22, 2013 I take 10,000mcg a day. You'll just pee out what you don't use. My nails and hair look great right now! lol I think Hair loss is inevitable. I'm just hoping to have it as healthy as possible beforehand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Misty_eyes 79 Posted January 22, 2013 Thanks guys! It seems also from the older posts that i read the 10,000 mcg is the most common. And yes! This is in addition to the cocktail of Vitamins I now take that is recommended by kaiser. I will also check whats the best recommendation with my nutritionist-- and will share with y'all as well! Thanks ????. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
missjenny 43 Posted January 22, 2013 I take 5000mcg of Biotin a day but I still lost a lot of hair. My surgeon told me to take flax oil 1-2 TBSP per day and that seems to be working. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
