Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) is used in the body to help cells release energy and to maintain a healthy nervous system. This vitamin also helps break down carbohydrates, proteins and fats that are found in other foods in the diet. Most people absorb this vitamin naturally in their diets. People who do not get enough vitamin B5 through food will need to take a vitamin B5 supplement to treat the deficiency.
Vitamin B5
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredIt's possible for vitamin B5 supplements to be transferred to your fetus or baby through pregnancy or breast milk. It's perfectly safe for pregnant or breastfeeding women to eat foods with vitamin B5, but talk to your doctor before taking vitamin B5 supplements while pregnant or breastfeeding, to be sure that extra vitamin B5 is safe for you and your baby.
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredLike all B vitamins, vitamin B5, or pantothenic acid, is vital to normal metabolism, including helping your body convert the energy in food into blood sugar, which can then act as fuel for your body. It is also important for the formation of red blood cells in your body and hormones produced by your adrenal glands and is essential to normal growth and development. Eggs, broccoli, milk, yogurt, shellfish, chicken and many other foods are rich in pantothenic acid. Talk to your doctor for more information about pantothenic acid.
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredVitamin B5 -- also called pantothenic acid -- is a vitamin found naturally in peas, beans, whole grains, meat and fish. This vitamin is important for aiding in the release of energy by cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system. Some people do not get enough of this vitamin in their diets and require a vitamin B5 supplement. You do not need a prescription to take a pantothenic acid supplement, which you ingest orally. It is relatively safe to take pantothenic acid and it is important for a complete and healthy diet.
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredEverybody should ingest a certain amount of vitamin B5 in their diet. Vitamin B5 -- also called pantothenic acid -- is important for aiding in the release of energy by cells and maintaining a healthy nervous system. Some people do not get enough of this vitamin in their diets and require a vitamin B5 supplement. You do not need a prescription to take a pantothenic acid supplement, which you ingest orally. It is relatively safe to take pantothenic acid and it is important for a complete and healthy diet. Your doctor will recommend a specific dosage if you need to be taking extra vitamin B5.
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Dr. Michael T. Murray, ND , Naturopathic Medicine, answeredSee All 3 AnswersPantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is found in highest concentrations in liver and other organ meats, milk, fish, and poultry. Good plant sources of pantothenic acid include whole grains, legumes, broccoli, cauliflower, and nuts. There is no official RDA for pantothenic acid, but a daily intake of four to seven milligrams is believed to be adequate.
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredVitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid, is absorbed by the body through the foods that you eat.
When you eat beans, peas, whole grains, meat, and fish, your body processes the vitamin B5 that is found in those foods. If you do not eat enough of these foods, you will have to take vitamin B5 supplements. These supplements are orally ingested, and the body then uses them as it would the naturally found vitamin. -
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Stacy Wiegman, PharmD , Pharmacy, answeredWhile taking vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), avoid taking large amounts of other vitamins, particularly megavitamins or vitamin therapy. Make sure your doctor is aware of all medications you take, including prescriptions, over-the-counter medications and supplements.
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Dr. Michael Roizen, MD , Internal Medicine, answeredSee All 2 AnswersI recommend taking a 300 mg of vitamin B5 (panothenic acid) to decrease LDL "bad" cholesterol and raise HDL "good" cholesterol. No side effects have been seen yet in people taking this daily dosage of vitamin B5. -
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, MD , Cardiology (Cardiovascular Disease), answeredPanthenol is added to both moisturizers and hair care products for its ability to hold and attract water. In hair products, panthenol works to increase the flexibility of hair, making it feel softer and more manageable.