NEBIOTIN*60TAB 5MG

NEBIOTIN 5 mg tablets
Biotin

What it is and what it is used for
NEBIOTIN contains the active ingredient biotin, an essential vitamin for the body as it is involved in the development and growth of the body and in the metabolism of fats, sugars and amino acids.

This medicine is indicated for the treatment of conditions where there is a deficiency (deficiency states) of biotin.

If any of the side effects worsen or if you do not feel better, consult your doctor.

What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not take NEBIOTIN
- if you are allergic to biotin, to similar substances (chemically related) or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in paragraph 6).

Warnings and precautions
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking NEBIOTIN.
NEBIOTIN contains 5mg of biotin per tablet. If you are scheduled to undergo laboratory tests, you must tell your doctor or laboratory staff that you are taking or have recently taken NEBIOTIN because biotin can influence the results of these tests. Depending on the test used, results may be falsely high or falsely low due to biotin. Your doctor may ask you to stop taking NEBIOTIN before undergoing laboratory tests. You should also be aware that other products you may be taking, such as multivitamin complexes or supplements for hair, skin and nails, may contain biotin and influence laboratory test results.
Inform your doctor or laboratory staff if you are taking such products.

Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
The following side effects may occur:

Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):
- allergic reactions such as skin irritations (erythematous or urticarial skin manifestations).

Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazioni-reazioni-avverse.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.