Bios II: Full Drug Profile
Bios II - General Information
A water-soluble, enzyme co-factor present in minute amounts in every living cell. It occurs mainly bound to proteins or polypeptides and is abundant in liver, kidney, pancreas, yeast, and milk.
Pharmacology of Bios II
Bios II is a water-soluble B-complex vitamin which is composed of an ureido ring fused with a tetrahydrothiophene ring. A valeric acid substituent is attached to one of the carbon atoms of the tetrahydrothiophene ring. Bios II is used in cell growth, the production of fatty acids, metabolism of fats, and amino acids. It plays a role in the Kreb cycle, which is the process in which energy is released from food. Bios II not only assists in various metabolic chemical conversions, but also helps with the transfer of carbon dioxide. Bios II is also helpful in maintaining a steady blood sugar level. Bios II is often recommended for strengthening hair and nails. Consequenty, it is found in many cosmetic and health products for the hair and skin. Bios II deficiency is a rare nutritional disorder caused by a deficiency of biotin. Initial symptoms of biotin deficiency include: Dry skin, Seborrheic dermatitis, Fungal infections, rashes including erythematous periorofacial macular rash, fine and brittle hair, and hair loss or total alopecia. If left untreated, neurological symptoms can develop, including mild depression, which may progress to profound lassitude and, eventually, to somnolence; changes in mental status, generalized muscular pains (myalgias), hyperesthesias and paresthesias. The treatment for biotin deficiency is to simply start taking some biotin supplements. A lack of biotin in infants will lead to a condition called seborrheic dermatitis or "cradle cap". Bios II deficiencies are extremely rare in adults but if it does occur, it will lead to anemia, depression, hair loss, high blood sugar levels, muscle pain, nausea, loss of appetite and inflamed mucous membranes.
Additional information about Bios II
Bios II Indication: For nutritional supplementation, also for treating dietary shortage or imbalance. Mechanism Of Action: Bios II is necessary for the proper functioning of enzymes that transport carboxyl units and fix carbon dioxide, and is required for various metabolic functions, including gluconeogenesis, lipogenesis, fatty acid biosynthesis, propionate metabolism, and catabolism of branched-chain amino acids. Drug Interactions: Not Available Food Interactions: Not Available Generic Name: Biotin Synonyms: (+)-Biotin; (+)-cis-Hexahydro-2-oxo-1H-thieno[3,4]imidazole-4-valeric acid; cis-(+)-Tetrahydro-2-oxothieno[3,4]imidazoline-4-valeric acid; Vitamin H; Vitamin B7; D(+)-Biotin; D-Biotin; Coenzyme R Drug Category: Dietary supplement; Micronutrient; Vitamins (Vitamin B Complex) Drug Type: Small Molecule; Nutraceutical; Approved Other Brand Names containing Biotin: Biodermatin; Bioepiderm; Bios II; Factor S; Lutavit H2; Meribin; Rovimix H2; Biotin Forte; Absorption: Systemic - approximately 50% Toxicity (Overdose): Prolonged skin contact may cause irritation. Protein Binding: Not Available Biotransformation: Not Available Half Life: Not Available Dosage Forms of Bios II: Powder, for solution Oral Tablet Oral Chemical IUPAC Name: 5-[(3aR,6S,6aS)-2-oxo-1,3,3a,4,6,6a-hexahydrothieno[3,4-d]imidazol-6-yl]pentanoic acid Chemical Formula: C10H16N2O3S Biotin on Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biotin Organisms Affected: Humans and other mammals