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Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid

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Also known as: Calcium pantothenate
Related Remedies: Vitamin B5 - Pantethine

Oral Uses

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    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid alleviates symptoms. Take 6-10 g of pantothenic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months. This is a very high dose of pantothenic acid - it may cause diarrhea. The topical form should be used same time.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis RatingRatingRating

    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid alleviates morning stiffness; alleviates pain; alleviates symptoms. Take 1.5-2.0 g of pantothenic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Lupus RatingRating

    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid alleviates symptoms; used for treatment. Take 8-14 g of pantothenic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months. This is a very high dose of pantothenic acid - it can cause diarrhea.

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    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid increases stress resistance. Take 1.5-2.0 g of pantothenic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

  • Athletic performance Rating

    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid is an ergogenic aid; improves athletic performance. Take 1.5-2.0 g of pantothenic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Ergogenic aid RatingRating

    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid is an ergogenic aid; helps to improve physical or mental performance. Take 1.5-2.0 g of pantothenic acid daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Topical Uses

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    Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic acid alleviates symptoms. Apply a cream containing 15-30% of pantothenic acid 3-6 times daily, for many months.

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