Biotin (Vitamin B7) injections

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What are the Benefits?

💆‍♀️ 1. Hair Health

How it works:
Biotin is essential for the production of keratin, the structural protein that forms hair. It helps regulate the metabolism of amino acids — particularly those that make up keratin — and improves the strength and elasticity of hair strands.

Benefits:

• Stimulates new hair growth: Supports the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle.

• Prevents hair thinning and breakage: Strengthens hair from the follicle outward.

• Improves texture and shine: Promotes smoother, healthier-looking hair.

• May aid post-partum or stress-related hair loss: When linked to temporary biotin depletion.

Why injections help:
Unlike oral supplements that rely on gut absorption, injections deliver biotin directly into the bloodstream, ensuring optimal cellular uptake — especially helpful if nutrient absorption is compromised.

💅 2. Skin Health

How it works:
Biotin assists in the metabolism of fatty acids, which are vital for maintaining the skin’s lipid barrier. This barrier keeps skin hydrated, smooth, and resistant to irritation or infection.

Benefits:

• Improves hydration and suppleness: Reduces dryness and flaking.

• Balances oil production: Helping with dull, uneven, or acne-prone skin.

• Supports healing: Biotin aids the regeneration of skin cells, improving recovery after procedures or inflammation.

• Anti-aging support: Enhanced fatty acid metabolism helps maintain elasticity and youthful tone.

Why injections help:
Injected biotin offers systemic support for cellular renewal, often producing faster visible results compared to oral supplements or topical creams.

💅 3. Nail Strength and Growth

How it works:
Biotin supports keratin infrastructure, reinforcing the structural matrix of nails.

Benefits:

• Thicker, harder nails: Reduces brittleness and cracking.

• Encourages faster nail growth: Healthy keratin synthesis improves nail bed activity.

• Improves nail texture: Nails appear smoother and healthier over time.

Clinical evidence:
Several studies show daily biotin supplementation (2.5 mg) can increase nail thickness by 25% after several months — injections may enhance this effect by improving absorption.

⚡ 4. Energy and Metabolism Support

How it works:
Biotin acts as a coenzyme for carboxylase enzymes involved in metabolizing carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into usable energy.

Benefits:

• Boosts energy levels: Converts food into ATP (energy currency of the body).

• Supports weight management: Improves metabolic efficiency.

• Improves focus and cognitive clarity: Enhanced energy at the cellular level supports brain performance.

• Helps reduce fatigue: Especially in those with suboptimal nutrient absorption or restricted diets.

Why injections help:
Direct biotin delivery improves bioavailability and can be especially beneficial for those with low energy or chronic fatigue related to poor metabolism or gut malabsorption.

🩸 5. For People With Absorption Issues

Who benefits most:

• Individuals with digestive disorders (e.g., IBS, Crohn’s, celiac disease).

• Those who have undergone gastric bypass or intestinal surgery.

• Patients taking long-term antibiotics or anticonvulsants, which can deplete biotin.

Why injections help:
In these cases, oral biotin is poorly absorbed through the intestinal wall. Injections bypass the gut, delivering 100% absorption directly into circulation, ensuring the body receives the full therapeutic dose.

💪 6. General Health and Wellness

Broader benefits:

• Supports nervous system health: Biotin helps maintain myelin — the protective sheath around nerves.

• Aids liver function: Plays a role in detoxification and metabolism of fats.

• May help regulate blood sugar: Enhances insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism.

• Cellular health: Encourages normal growth and repair of tissues throughout the body.

Why injections help:
Sustained biotin levels through injections provide systemic metabolic and cellular support, contributing to overall vitality and improved physiological performance.

⚠️ Precautions and Notes

• Biotin deficiency is rare but can occur due to poor diet, malabsorption, or medication use.

• Excessive biotin can interfere with certain lab tests (e.g., thyroid, troponin, hormone assays). Patients should notify their healthcare provider before blood tests.

• Treatment frequency: Often given as weekly or biweekly injections, depending on the individual’s needs and baseline levels.

🩺 Indications for treatment  

Signs and Symptoms 🩺

Biotin deficiency can affect the skin, hair, nails, and nervous system.

Hair and Skin Changes

• Thinning hair or hair loss (alopecia)

• Dry, scaly, or red rashes — especially around the eyes, nose, and mouth

• Brittle nails

Neurological Symptoms

• Fatigue, lethargy

• Tingling in the arms and legs (neuropathy)

• Depression or mood changes

• Cognitive issues such as poor concentration

Other Signs

• Loss of appetite

• Muscle pain or weakness

Medical Disclaimer

At Sports Injury Clinic Banbridge, all aesthetic and therapeutic injection procedures — including PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) and Multivitamin Injection therapies — are carried out by fully qualified and insured practitioners who operate within their professional scope of practice.

These treatments are provided in accordance with current clinical guidelines and safety standards to ensure the highest level of patient care.

Please note:

• PRP and multivitamin injections are not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your GP or healthcare provider.

• Results may vary between individuals, and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.

• Patients are advised to disclose any existing medical conditions, allergies, or medications prior to treatment.

• If you have any concerns about your suitability for these treatments, you should consult your doctor or healthcare professional before proceeding.

Prices

Single £60
6 week course £275
12 week course £550