Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B 5) (Systemic)
Brand Names : vitamin B 5, calcium pantothenate
Proper Use of This Dietary SupplementDosing - The amount of pantothenic acid needed to meet
normal daily recommended intakes will be different for different individuals.
The following information includes only the average amounts of pantothenic
acid.
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For oral
dosage forms (capsules, tablets,
oral solution):
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To prevent deficiency, the amount taken by mouth is based on normal
daily recommended intakes:
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Adults and teenagers - 4 to 7 milligrams (mg) per day.
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Children 7 to 10 years of age - 4 to 5 mg per day.
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Children 4 to 6 years of age - 3 to 4 mg per day.
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Children birth to 3 years of age - 2 to 3 mg per day.
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To treat deficiency:
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Adults, teenagers, and children - Treatment dose is determined
by prescriber for each individual based on severity of deficiency.
Missed dose - If you miss taking a vitamin for one or more days
there is no cause for concern, since it takes some time for your body to become
seriously low in vitamins. However, if your health care professional has recommended
that you take this vitamin, try to remember to take it as directed every day.
Storage - To store this dietary supplement:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the dietary supplement to break down.
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Do not keep outdated dietary supplements or those no longer needed.
Be sure that any discarded dietary supplement is out of the reach of children.
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