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D panthenol

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About D panthenol

D panthenol (active constituent) or vitamin B5 should be consumed with food to avoid stomach upset. Do not take D panthenol, if you are allergic to it.

It is prescribed for prophylactic use to minimize paralytic ileus, treatment of postoperative distention.Tell your doctor before taking D panthenol, if you have or are:

  • Pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
  • Taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement.
  • Allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances.

Do not take dexpanthenol, a derivative of pantothenic acid, if you have hemophilia or gastrointestinal blockage. Immediately consult a doctor, if you get rash, hives, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of D panthenol

    • Nutritional Deficiencies

    • Paralytic Ileus

      Use prophylactic to minimize paralytic ileus.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of D panthenol ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of D panthenol ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of D panthenol

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women are advised to consult a doctor before consuming this drug.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Lactating mothers are advised to take medical help before consuming this medication.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No, the medicine is not habit-forming or addictive.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      As relevant information is not available, kindly consult your doctor to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients suffering from kidney diseases.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Relevant information is not available. Please consult to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients with liver impairment.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The duration of action of this medication is yet to be established.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The onset action of this medication is yet to be established.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      It is advisable that you do not indulge in driving while on this medication since there is a possibility of you experiencing drowsy or calm and thus affecting your driving skills..

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of an overdose, you may take medical help immediately.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      It is advisable that you do not miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Where is the D panthenol approved?

    • India

    • United States

    • Japan

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing D panthenol

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains D panthenol as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    D panthenol provides essential nutrients to the patient. It is converted to coenzyme A internally; coenzyme A is essential to normal fatty acid synthesis, amino acid synthesis and acetylation of choline in the production of the neurotransmitter, acetylcholine.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of D panthenol ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Using alcohol while taking this drug is not recommended. Any activity requiring a high level of mental alertness should be avoided in such cases.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Increased/prolonged effect of succinylcholine (do not administer within 1 hour)
      • Interaction with Food

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Patients suffering from liver or kidney related diseases must not consume this medication without consulting it first with a doctor, as it can cause some serious side effects.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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