Drug reference
biotin
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Drug class
Gastrointestinal Tract (Supplements)
Mechanism of action
Biotin also acts as a coenzyme for multiple carboxylases in humans, and it changes the irreversible carboxylation of acetyl-CoA to malonyl-CoA. [2] These enzymes are vital in numerous metabolic processes.
Common side effects
- Generally safe
Known interactions (1)
- biotin + Levothyroxine Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is biotin?
biotin belongs to: Gastrointestinal Tract.
How does biotin work?
Biotin also acts as a coenzyme for multiple carboxylases in humans, and it changes the irreversible carboxylation of acetyl-CoA to malonyl-CoA. [2] These enzymes are vital in numerous metabolic processes.
What are the common side effects of biotin?
Generally safe
Which drugs interact with biotin?
Levothyroxine
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