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Vitamin B5

Pantothenic acid is one of the B-vitamins which is critical in the formation of Co-enzyme A, a molecule which helps a large amount of enzymes function in the body, and for energy production in general. While it is important, it is rare to be deficient and further supplementation shows little promise.

Our evidence-based analysis on vitamin b5 features 56 unique references to scientific papers.

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Things to Note

Is a Form Of

Other Functions:

Also Known As

Pantothenic acid, Panthenol, Pantothenate, Dexpanthenol, Pantothenylalcohol

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Research Breakdown on Vitamin B5

1Sources and Structure

1.1Sources

1.2Biological Significance

1.3Recommended Intake

1.4Deficiency

1.5Sufficiency and Excess

1.6Formulations and Variants

2Molecular Targets

3Pharmacology

3.1Absorption

3.2Distribution

3.3Drug-Drug Interactions

4Neurology

4.1Neuropharmacology

5Exercise and Performance

5.1Mechanisms

6Interactions with Oxidation

6.1Lipid Peroxidation

7Interactions with Organ Systems

7.1Liver

8Interactions with Aesthetics

8.1Skin

8.2Hair

9Nutrient-Nutrient Interactions

9.1Ethanol

10Safety and Toxicology
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