Biotin for the treatment of nail disease: what is the evidence?
Lipner SR, Scher RK
Published in Journal of Dermatological Treatment
Abstract
Review of the clinical evidence for biotin supplementation in nail disorders.
Key Findings
Evidence for biotin in brittle nail syndrome rests on three small uncontrolled studies; no randomized controlled trials support its use.
Conclusions
Biotin for nail disease remains unproven despite widespread marketing.
Limitations
Only uncontrolled studies available; small samples; no placebo comparison.
Supplements Studied
Evidence for biotin in brittle nail syndrome rests on three small uncontrolled studies; no randomized controlled trials support its use.
Outcomes Measured
Evidence for biotin in brittle nail syndrome rests on three small uncontrolled studies; no randomized controlled trials support its use.
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