Follihair
Follihair is a tablet made by Abbott that contains Amino acids 18 amino acids + Multivitamins and minerals 6 vitamins, 7 minerals + Plant extracts soy isoflavones, grape seed. It combines Amino acids: protein building blocks, Multivitamins and minerals: supplement and Plant extracts: antioxidant extracts.
| Ingredient (salt) | Amount |
|---|---|
| Amino acids | 18 amino acids |
| Multivitamins and minerals | 6 vitamins, 7 minerals |
| Plant extracts (grape seed, soy, green tea) | soy isoflavones, grape seed |
Amino acids
What it is used for
Included in hair and nutrition supplements.
How it works
The building blocks of protein, added to hair, nutrition and recovery supplements.
How to take it
As directed on the product.
Common side effects
Stomach upset
Get medical help straight away if
Allergic reaction
Be careful
Generally safe in supplement amounts.
Other medicines and interactions
Few interactions; people with kidney or liver disease should ask a doctor.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Ask your doctor before taking supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Multivitamins and minerals
What it is used for
Fills gaps in diet with a mix of vitamins and minerals.
How it works
A combination of vitamins and minerals to cover gaps in diet; not a substitute for food.
How to take it
One a day with food. Do not take two different multivitamins at the same time.
Common side effects
- Mild nausea
- Dark stools if it contains iron
Get medical help straight away if
Signs of too much of one vitamin when several products are combined
Be careful
Not a replacement for a balanced diet; avoid doubling up with other supplements.
Other medicines and interactions
Minerals (calcium, iron, zinc) reduce absorption of levothyroxine, quinolone and tetracycline antibiotics; separate doses.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Use a pregnancy-specific product; ordinary products may contain too much vitamin A.
Plant extracts (grape seed, soy, green tea)
What it is used for
Added to hair and skin supplements as antioxidants.
How it works
Antioxidant plant extracts such as grape seed, soy isoflavones and green tea, added to hair and skin supplements; evidence is limited.
How to take it
As directed on the product.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Headache
Get medical help straight away if
Yellow skin or dark urine (rare liver injury with concentrated green tea extract)
Be careful
Soy extracts have mild hormone-like effects; check with a doctor in pregnancy or with hormone-sensitive conditions.
Other medicines and interactions
Green tea extract may affect some heart medicines; soy may affect levothyroxine absorption.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Ask your doctor before taking supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Most vitamin and herbal supplements in India are regulated as foods (FSSAI) and are not tested the way medicines are. More is not always better: check the dose on the pack, and tell your doctor about supplements you take.
Common questions
What is Follihair?
Follihair is a tablet by Abbott containing Amino acids 18 amino acids + Multivitamins and minerals 6 vitamins, 7 minerals + Plant extracts soy isoflavones, grape seed.
What is Follihair used for?
Included in hair and nutrition supplements. Fills gaps in diet with a mix of vitamins and minerals. Added to hair and skin supplements as antioxidants.
How should I take Follihair?
As directed on the product. One a day with food. Do not take two different multivitamins at the same time. As directed on the product. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.
What are the side effects of Follihair?
Common side effects include: Stomach upset, Mild nausea, dark stools if it contains iron, Stomach upset, headache. Get medical help straight away for: Allergic reaction, Signs of too much of one vitamin when several products are combined, Yellow skin or dark urine (rare liver injury with concentrated green tea extract).
Does Follihair need a prescription?
It is sold as a supplement and does not need a prescription.
Can I take Follihair in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Ask your doctor before taking supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Use a pregnancy-specific product; ordinary products may contain too much vitamin A. Ask your doctor before taking supplements in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What are the substitutes for Follihair?
We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.
Sources and further reading
- Amino acids: NHS · MedlinePlus
- Multivitamins and minerals: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements · NHS · MedlinePlus
- Plant extracts (grape seed, soy, green tea): NHS · MedlinePlus
NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.
Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.
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