[PANTOSIN Tablets 100 mg] To vitamin B5, constipation and eczema “alfresa”

Product Summary

Pantothenic acid is a type of vitamin (vitamin B5). In addition to being involved in the metabolism of sugars, lipids, and proteins, it also works to improve intestinal motility and keep the skin normal.

The active ingredient in this drug is pantothenic acid. In addition to being used for nutritional support, it is effective for various symptoms caused by pantothenic acid deficiency. For example, laxative constipation, which slows bowel movements, bleeding tendency, and eczema.

In addition, it is also indicated for hyperlipidemia because it has the effect of reducing cholesterol and triglyceride in the blood, although it is weak. It may also be expected to slow the development of arteriosclerosis by suppressing the deposition of cholesterol on the walls of blood vessels.

Efficacy / effectiveness

• Prevention and treatment of pantothenic acid deficiency.
• Supplementation when demand for pantothenic acid is high and dietary intake is insufficient (wasting diseases, hyperthyroidism, pregnant women, lactating women, etc.).
• When pantothenic acid deficiency or metabolic disorder is suspected to be involved in any of the following diseases (however, do not use it casually for months or more when it has no effect)
  1. Hyperlipidemia.
  2. Atonic constipation.
  3. Prevention and treatment of side effects caused by streptomycin and kanamycin.
  4. Acute and chronic eczema.
  5. Improvement of platelet count and bleeding tendency in blood disorders.

Dosing / Administration

In general, for adults, take 30 to 180 mg of the active ingredient in 1 to 3 divided doses a day.

• Blood disease and atonic constipation: In general, for adults, take 300 to 600 mg of the active ingredient in 1 to 3 divided doses a day.
• Hyperlipidemia: In general, for adults, take 600 mg of the active ingredient in 3 divided doses a day.

In any case, the dosage may be adjusted according to the age or symptoms.
This preparation contains 100 mg of the active ingredient in a tablet. Strictly follow the instructions.

However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and follow your regular dosing schedule.
You should never take two doses at one time.

If you accidentally take more than your prescribed dose, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor instructs you to do so.

Internal capacity

• 100 Tablets
• 500 Tablets(bulk packaging)

Precautions / Side Effects

• If you have previously experienced any allergic reactions (itching, rash, etc.) to any medicines.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you are taking any other medicinal products. (Some medicines may interact to enhance or diminish medicinal effects. Beware of over-the-counter medicines and dietary supplements as well as other prescription medicines.)

The most commonly reported adverse reactions include diarrhea and loose stool. If any of these symptoms occur, consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Ingredients

[Active ingredient]

One tablet contains 125 mg of pantothenic acid (Japanese Pharmacopoeia) Note) 125 mg (100 mg as pantothenic acid).

Note) Japanese Pharmacopoeia pantothenic acid: an aqueous solution containing 80% pantothenic acid.

Additives

Light anhydrous silicic acid, corn starch, magnesium aluminometasilicate, carmellose calcium, talc, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, titanium oxide, macrogol 6000, dimethylpolysiloxane, silicon dioxide, carnauba wax