Pantothenic Acid
Also known as: Vitamin B5
Pantothenic Acid is considered as vitamin. It is optically active and maximum vitamin activity resides only in the D-form. Pantothenic Acid is a composite structure of ß-alanine and 2, 4-dihydroxy-3, 3-dimethylbutyric acid gamma lactone, connented in peptide linkage. Liver or other organ meats and eggs are perticularly good sources. It has no accepted therapeutic use and deficiency disease in humans.
Primary Characteristics
Pantothenic Acid is also known as Vitamin B5.
It is of Synthetic origin.
Molecular Weight: 219.2 · Solubility in Water: 1 in 3 · Solubility in Alcohol: Insoluble · Non-proprietary name: Pantothenic Acid.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Pantothenic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Deficiency of vitamin B complex, Malnutrition, Wounds.
Pantothenic Acid is also indicated for secondary conditions like Acne, Rosacea.
Contraindications
Pantothenic Acid is contraindicated in conditions like Leukaemia, Cancer, Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Pantothenic Acid's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 100 mg | 100 mg | — | PO | As required |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
Pantothenic Acid in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Hives, Rashes.
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Pantothenic Acid are Heart burn, Nausea, Diarrhea.
Pantothenic Acid is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Contact dermatitis, Skin irritation.
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Drug Classification
- 1.27 — Vitamins, minerals, tonics, and other susbstances