Pantothenic acid deficiency
Adult: Recommended daily dose: 4-7 mg/day.
Indications and Dosage
Oral
Pantothenic acid deficiency Adult: Recommended daily dose: 4-7 mg/day.
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Special Precautions
Dose exceeding recommended daily allowance in pregnancy is not advisable.
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Adverse Reactions
Generally, non-toxic.
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Action
Description:
Mechanism of Action: Pantothenic acid is a vitamin B substance. As a component of coenzyme A, it is essential in the metabolism of carbohydrate, fat and protein. Pharmacokinetics: Absorption: Readily absorbed from the GI tract after oral admin. Distribution: Widely distributed in body tissues and breast milk. Excretion: About 70% (excreted unchanged in the urine) and 30% (faeces). |
MIMS Class
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