Drugs & Vitamins

Pantothenic Acid Active Ingredients: Pantothenic Acid Representative Names: Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B5 What are pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 tablets? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should I take this medicine? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with pantothenic acid? What side effects may I notice from taking pantothenic acid? What should I watch for while taking pantothenic acid? Where can I keep my medicine? What are pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 tablets? (Back to top) PANTOTHENIC ACID (Vitamin B5) is a naturally occurring vitamin found in beans, peas, meat, poultry, fish, and whole-grain cereal. Although pantothenic acid is necessary for normal metabolism, it has no Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), and no problems have been found that are caused by pantothenic acid deficiency. However, a lack of pantothenic acid is often associated with a lack of other B vitamins. Generic pantothenic tablets are available. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of the following conditions: •an unusual or allergic reaction to B vitamins, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should I take this medicine? (Back to top) Take pantothenic tablets by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Swallow the tablets with a glass of water. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) If you miss a dose, skip that dose. Continue with your next scheduled dose. What drug(s) may interact with pantothenic acid? (Back to top) There are no known interactions with other medicines. Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. What side effects may I notice from taking pantothenic acid? (Back to top) There are no known side effects with pantothenic acid. What should I watch for while taking pantothenic acid? (Back to top) Make sure you have a proper diet. Taking pantothenic acid tablets does not replace the need for a balanced diet. Some foods that contain pantothenic acid include: peas, beans, meat, fish, poultry, and whole-grain cereals. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Keep out of the reach of children in a container that small children cannot open. Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date. Last Updated:01/01/2001 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

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