Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Overview
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) is a water-soluble vitamin essential for synthesizing coenzyme A (CoA), which drives hundreds of metabolic reactions including fatty acid synthesis, energy production, and hormone synthesis. Found in virtually all foods. Adults need 5 mg daily. No upper limit has been established. Pantothenic acid has an excellent safety profile; very high doses may cause mild digestive discomfort. Deficiency is rare.
Dosage
5 mg · Morning · Take with food
Key Interactions
6 verified interactions found
Vitamin B12 and pantothenic acid show significant dietary interaction with other minerals, requiring balanced intake in male nutrition.
Vitamin B12 und Pantothensäure kommen in ähnlichen Lebensmittelgruppen vor und ergänzen sich im Energiestoffwechsel. Eine gemeinsame Einnahme ist unbedenklich.
View details →Pantothenic acid (as Coenzyme A) and biotin (as a carboxylase cofactor) both participate in fatty acid synthesis and energy metabolism. They have complementary roles in lipid metabolism.
Take together as part of a B-complex for optimal metabolic support.
View details →Valine inhibits pantothenic acid-dependent enzyme activity, reducing the catalytic efficiency of processes requiring the vitamin B5 cofactor.
Pantothensäure kann laut präklinischer Daten die Aktivität von SH-aktivierten Enzymen hemmen, die am Valin-Metabolismus beteiligt sind. Eine gleichzeitige Einnahme ist unbedenklich.
View details →Riboflavin and pantothenic acid show significant nutrient interactions in male dietary patterns, requiring balanced intake for optimal B-vitamin status.
Riboflavin und Pantothensäure kommen in ähnlichen Lebensmittelgruppen vor und ergänzen sich im Energiestoffwechsel. Eine gemeinsame Einnahme ist unbedenklich.
View details →Pantothenic acid is required for bacterial synthesis of tryptophan amino acid.
Pantothensäure kann laut aufkommender Evidenz die Tryptophan-Synthese in bestimmten Organismen beeinflussen; ein Effekt beim Menschen ist nicht belegt. Eine gemeinsame Einnahme ist unbedenklich.
View details →Scientific Sources
- Interactions between psychological stress and drinking status in relation to die (2015)
- Vitamin B5 + Vitamin B7 combination study (PMID:27515213)
- Vitamin B5 + Vitamin B7 combination study (PMID:28325140)
- Vitamin B5 + Vitamin B7 combination study (PMID:25272936)
- The effect of amino-acids and other substances on the activity of streptococcal (1951)
- Biotin and the Synthesis of Aspartic Acid by Microorganisms (1947)
- Biotin and the synthesis of aspartic acid by microorganisms. (1947)
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD)
- PubChem Compound 6613
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) used for?
Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) is a water-soluble vitamin essential for synthesizing coenzyme A (CoA), which drives hundreds of metabolic reactions including fatty acid synthesis, energy production, and hormone synthesis.
What is the recommended dosage for Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)?
5 mg. Morning. Take with food.
Does Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) interact with other supplements?
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) has 6 verified interactions. Top: Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin), Vitamin B7 (Biotin).
When is the best time to take Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)?
Morning. Take with food.
Is Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) safe to combine with other supplements?
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