Nioxin
Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements
60/100
SUPPIE SCORE
45/100
EFFICACY
Medium
SAFETY
76/100
CLEANLINESS
What Does Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements Do?
This multivitamin/mineral tablet provides a B-complex, biotin (360 mcg), zinc (10 mg as gluconate), iron (4 mg), and silicon (40 mg) at modest doses.
How long does it typically take to see results in hair growth or thickness with this supplement?
Is the 4 mg iron dose sufficient for someone experiencing hair shedding due to low iron levels?
Are there any concerns with long-term use of the silicon (40 mg) or the tablet coating ingredients?
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What Are the Benefits of Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements?
Based on proven scientific research
Hair growth supportModerate
Hair thickness and densityMild
Reduced hair breakageMild
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What Are the Side Effects of Nioxin Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements?
Always consult your health practitioner if in doubt.
RiskMedium Risk
Overview
•Biotin at 360 mcg is well below upper limits and generally safe.
•Iron (4 mg as ferrous fumarate) is low dose but may cause mild GI upset in sensitive individuals.
•High-dose biotin can interfere with certain lab tests (e.g., thyroid, troponin).
•Contains titanium dioxide, which some regulatory bodies flag for potential inhalation or accumulation concerns.
•Silicon at 40 mg has limited long-term safety data at this supplemental level.
Potential Side Effects
Negative Interactions
Inactive Ingredients
Microcrystalline cellulose
Low RiskHydroxypropyl cellulose
Low RiskCroscarmellose sodium
Low RiskMagnesium salts of fatty acids
Low RiskPolyethylene glycol
Low RiskPolyvinyl alcohol
Low RiskTitanium dioxide
Medium RiskTalc
Medium RiskWhat Are the Ingredients in Nioxin Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements?
Vitamin A (as retinyl acetate)
800 mcg RE
Vitamin C (as calcium ascorbate)
180 mg
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as thiamine HCl)
1.3 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
1.4 mg
Niacin (as niacinamide)
15 mg
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCl)
2 mg
Folate
200 mcg DFE
Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin)
3 mcg
Biotin
360 mcg
Pantothenic acid (as calcium pantothenate)
15 mg
Iron (as ferrous fumarate)
4 mg
Iodine (as potassium iodide)
150 mcg
Zinc (as zinc gluconate)
10 mg
Selenium (as sodium selenite)
50 mcg
Copper (as copper gluconate)
1 mg
Silicon (as silicon dioxide)
40 mg
Microcrystalline cellulose
Hydroxypropyl cellulose
Croscarmellose sodium
Magnesium salts of fatty acids
Polyethylene glycol
Polyvinyl alcohol
Titanium dioxide
Talc
Dosage & Bioavailability
How the active doses and forms in Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements compare to the research.
•Biotin — 360 mcg; well above RDA but typical hair-growth studies use 2,500-5,000 mcg.
•Zinc (as zinc gluconate) — 10 mg; gluconate form has moderate bioavailability; within general RDA range.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nioxin Nioxin Hair Growth Supplements