Drug interactions
Biotin + Gentamicin
Severity: Minor
Biotin and Gentamicin: minor interaction.
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Summary
Oral gentamicin is poorly absorbed and may alter gut flora that contribute to biotin supply. Any reduction in biotin status is theoretical and unlikely to matter clinically.
What this interaction means in plain words
Biotin and Gentamicin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Biotin belongs to Gastrointestinal Tract; Gentamicin belongs to Anti Bacterial.
Why it happens
Oral aminoglycoside may suppress biotin-synthesizing intestinal bacteria; this is theoretical.
What to do
No action is needed for short courses; consider biotin status only if oral aminoglycoside is given long term and deficiency signs appear.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Biotin
- Biotin + Levothyroxine Moderate
- Azithromycin + Biotin Minor
- Biotin + Carbamazepine Minor
- Biotin + Cefalexin Minor
- Biotin + Erythromycin base Minor
- Biotin + Erythromycin ethylsuccinate Minor
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Biotin with Gentamicin?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Biotin and Gentamicin have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Oral gentamicin is poorly absorbed and may alter gut flora that contribute to biotin supply. Any reduction in biotin status is theoretical and unlikely to matter clinically.
How serious is the interaction between Biotin and Gentamicin?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No action is needed for short courses; consider biotin status only if oral aminoglycoside is given long term and deficiency signs appear.
What other medicines interact with Gentamicin?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Gentamicin with, for example, Cidofovir, Adefovir, Amikacin. The full list is on the Gentamicin page.
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