Uses of Wolvit 5mg

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Wolvit has biotin as the main ingredient, which belongs to the group of B vitamins. The drug is effective in the prevention and treatment of biotin deficiency symptoms both in children and adults.

1. Effects of Wolvit 5mg

The biotin ingredient in Wolvit is an essential vitamin for the activity of enzymes required for many metabolic functions, including gluconeogenesis, lipidogenesis, fatty acid biosynthesis, propionate metabolism and also helps amino acids carry out the normal functional activities for which it is responsible.
Normally, we are provided with this vitamin through the diet every day about 150-300μg biotin is considered enough. Some biotin is synthesized by bacteria in the intestine and is also absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
Sources of this vitamin are from foods such as meat, egg yolks, milk, fish and nuts. Biotin can be stable when heated, but it is less stable in alkaline conditions, so if placed in this environment it will be formed into other substances.
When the body does not get an adequate supply of this vitamin, it can cause signs and symptoms of biotin deficiency including atrophic dermatitis, atrophic glossitis, muscle pain, fatigue, loss of appetite, anemia. mild , electrocardiographic changes and hair loss , brittle hair .
When these symptoms appear, they usually respond well to biotin. Wolvit 5mg is a medication commonly used to treat patients with signs of biotin deficiency.
Wolvit 5mg medicine is indicated for the treatment of complications and prevention of diseases caused by biotin deficiency in adults and children such as
Hair diseases such as thinning, brittle hair, hair loss, hair with increased oiliness or hair that is too dry. , lifeless hair. Skin diseases such as dermatitis, oily scalp or dry and flaky skin. Nail diseases such as brittle nails, morphological or structural abnormal growth of nails. Gastrointestinal dysfunction such as anorexia, malabsorption syndrome. Psycho-emotional disorders such as agitation, fatigue, insomnia, lethargy, muscle weakness. In addition, people at risk of biotin deficiency also need to be supplemented. People at risk of biotin deficiency include: Malnutrition, unbalanced diet, diet, eating raw egg white for a long time (because it contains avidin and a glycoprotein, which has a strong ability to bind biotin, because it contains avidin and a glycoprotein. that prevent the body from absorbing this substance), parenteral nutrition supplements without biotin supplementation, patients with poor food absorption after bowel resection, people with congenital defects in the biotin dependent enzymes; intestinal dysbacteriosis due to long-term antibiotic treatment, patients on hemodialysis...

2. Usage and dosage of Wolvit 5mg


2.1. How to take The drug is taken orally, it should be taken before meals with a little water.
2.2. Dosage For adults:
For the treatment of nail, hair, skin and nervous system disorders: 5mg/day. When there are symptoms of biotin deficiency: Use dose from 5-20mg/day. Biotinidase deficiency: Use 5-10mg/day. For the elderly: The dose may be the same as for younger patients. For children:
Nutritional malabsorption syndrome: The dose is 10mg per day Children with manifestations of biotin deficiency syndrome: 5 to 20mg/day. Children with biotinidase deficiency: Dosage is 5 to 10 mg/day. In case of deficiency of biotin-dependent enzymes due to genetic causes such as multiple carboxylase deficiency: The dose is 20 mg/day.

3. Things to keep in mind when taking Wolvit 5mg


Do not use Wolvit 5mg for people with a history of hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug. Before using, you should inform your doctor about your allergy history to limit the occurrence of an allergic reaction to the drug. Drug interactions can occur when drugs are taken together, which can reduce or increase drug effects. Therefore, when taking the drug, it is necessary to inform the doctor about the medications you are taking to avoid interactions such as antibiotics, anticonvulsants, it can reduce biotin levels. It is very rare to have side effects when taking this medicine. But if you see symptoms that worry you, stop taking the medicine and tell your doctor. Pregnant women often recommend oral supplements. In these cases, it is necessary to consult a doctor and weigh the benefits. For women who are breastfeeding, the same should be supplemented through the diet. If necessary, also consult a doctor. Before using the medicine, it is necessary to check the expiry date indicated on the product's packaging, especially for medicines that are stored at home. The drug is well tolerated and can be used for a long time. Therefore, using it exactly as directed by the doctor should not stop too soon, it may not have the desired effect. Store in a dry place, away from sunlight and reach of children Above is some necessary information about Wolvit 5mg medicine. To use this medicine effectively and safely, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

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