Q: Has anyone used Biotin for hair shedding while on methotrexate or arava? My rheumy recommended it at my last visit. If good results, how long did it take?
Hi, Cathy,
I have not used biotin, but I have not had hair loss. My hair is changing color, and the texture is really coarse now, but it isn't falling out. I do have a few friends who are very pleased with Biotin. They have told me it works very well!
Best Wishes,
V
Hi Cathy,
I used Biotin while I was on Arava. It didn't stop the hair loss, but it did seem to slow it down. As I remember, it took a couple of weeks to notice the difference. I'm no longer on the Arava, but I still take the Biotin. They were even giving out samples of biotin at Costco and said it's good for hair and nails. I hope it helps you. It's worth a try.
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Love Biotin...I'm on it right now and after 2 weeks my eyebrows are growing in quite nicely..even while I'm taking Orencia and mtx. I take 5000mg daily.
Hope it helps you too!
m
Melissa, thanks for commenting. It is always good to hear from you.
When I read about your eyebrows I thought, "Hmm...." I checked mine, which are really light and it is true, they seem longer. Also, my toenails seem to be growing faster than usual. I hope the same happens on my head.
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Thanks V for the feedback. I am glad to hear that your friends are having success with Biotin!
Cathy