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Pantethine 600 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by SuperSmart

Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Pantethine 600 mg is a dietary supplement by SuperSmart with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for high cholesterol, high triglycerides, heart health support.Based on those ingredients, 122 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Pantethine. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • “Pantethine” is listed as a grouped ingredient — the label gives one combined amount (600 mg) without saying how much of each component you get.

This product contains one active ingredient: pantethine, a compound related to pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). Pantethine is used in your body to help manage cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and it's also studied for a rare neurological condition called PKAN (pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration).

The capsules also contain two inactive ingredients — acacia gum and white rice flour — to hold the product together.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: cholesterol and triglyceride support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hyperlipidemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia, High cholesterol, High triglycerides.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Pantethine is rated "Possibly Effective" for Hyperlipoproteinemia (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Pantethine is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Hyperlipidemia.

The evidence for pantethine is mixed. It's rated possibly effective for high cholesterol (hyperlipoproteinemia).

For athletic performance and general high triglycerides (hyperlipidemia), there isn't enough reliable evidence to say whether it works. The same goes for PKAN — more research is needed before we can say pantethine helps that condition.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pantethine

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Pantethine is generally well tolerated in studies, though long-term safety data are limited. The most common side effects are mild and affect your stomach — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, gas, and discomfort in the upper belly.

Rarely, mild itching has been reported. There isn't enough reliable safety data during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this supplement.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pantethine

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Pantethine.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: anticoagulant / antiplatelet drugs.
  • For scale: 122 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you're on any blood thinner or antiplatelet medication — such as warfarin, apixaban, aspirin, or clopidogrel — check with your pharmacist before adding this product. Pantethine may increase your bleeding risk with these drugs.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Pantethine may help manage cholesterol in some people, but it's not well established for other uses. The main caution is with blood thinners — if you take any, check with us first.

Otherwise, side effects are typically mild and digestive. A conversation with your pharmacist about your specific medications is the smart move.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 24, 2023.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Pantethine 600 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand SuperSmart
Barcode (UPC) 5453003827320
Net contents 90 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 24, 2023
DSLD ID 285390
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
3 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
3 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
5453003827320
IngredientAmount% DV
Pantethine600 mg--
Pantesin1092 mg--

Other ingredients: Acacia Gum, White Rice Flour

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Label statements
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Brand IP Statement(s)

Pantesin is a trademark of Kyowa Pharma Chemical Co., Ltd.

Formula

Pantethine Pantesin

Pantethine 600 mg per day Each capsule contains 200 mg of pantethine.

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Use: Adults. Take 3 capsules a day.

Precautions

Precautions: Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. This product is a nutritional supplement and should not replace a varied, balanced diet.

Keep out of childrens' reach.

As with any nutritional supplement, you should consult a health professional before taking this product if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a health problem.

Storage

Store away from direct light, heat and humidity.

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Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size3 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Pantethine

Interacts with
122 drugs
600 mg per serving

Pantethine is a derivative of vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) that some studies suggest may modestly lower cholesterol and triglycerides. The evidence i...

Pantethine monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Acacia Gum, White Rice Flour. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart Drug Interactions

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122 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Pantethine 600 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Pantethine1 drug type · 122 drugs

Anticoagulant/Antiplatelet Drugs

Theoretically, pantethine might increase the risk of bleeding with anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs.
Some evidence suggests that pantethine reduces platelet aggregation.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pantethine 600 mg, from the product label.

SuperSmart

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Name
SN Worldwide Unipessoal, Lda
Street Address
Avenida Do Infante 66, Edificio Quinta Avenida 1 C
City
Funchal
ZipCode
9000-015
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Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart: Common Questions

Does Pantethine 600 mg by SuperSmart interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Pantethine 600 mg has a known interaction with 122 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pantethine 600 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
What does pantethine actually do in my body?
Pantethine is related to pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) and plays a role in how your body handles cholesterol and triglycerides. It's also being studied for a rare brain condition called PKAN, but more research is needed there.
Will this help my cholesterol?
Pantethine is rated possibly effective for high cholesterol (hyperlipoproteinemia). For general high triglycerides, though, the evidence isn't strong enough to say whether it works.
What are the most likely side effects?
The most common ones are mild and digestive: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, gas, and upper belly discomfort. Rarely, some people report mild itching. These effects seem to go away for most people.
Is it safe to take while pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable safety data to know either way. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to, talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting — they can give you personalized advice.
Why do you need to check my medications for blood thinners?
Pantethine may reduce how sticky your blood platelets are, which theoretically increases bleeding risk if you're also taking blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs. That's why we want to make sure there's no dangerous overlap.

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Sources & How We Checked

Pantethine 600 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 9 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Pantethine 9 references
  1. Da Col PG, Cattin L, Fonda M, et al. Pantethine in the treatment of hypercholesterolemia: a randomized double-blind trial versus tiadenol. Curr Ther Res 1984;36:314-22.
  2. Rubba P, Postaiglione B, De Simone F, et al. Comparative evaluation of the lipid-lowering effects of fenofibrate and pantethine in type II hyperlipoproteinemia. Curr Ther Res 1985;38:719-27.
  3. Coronel F, Tornero F, Torrente J, et al. Treatment of hyperlipemia in diabetic patients on dialysis with a physiological substance. Am J Nephrol 1991;11:32-6.. PubMed
  4. Agrati AM, Ambrosi G, Ferraro G, Palmieri. Gemfibrozil efficacy vs pantethine in dyslipoproteinemic patients: a controlled study. Curr Ther Res 1989;45:650-63.
  5. Rumberger, J. A., Napolitano, J., Azumano, I., Kamiya, T., and Evans, M. Pantethine, a derivative of vitamin B(5) used as a nutritional supplement, favorably alters low-density lipoprotein cholesterol metabolism in low- to moderate-cardiovascular risk No
  6. Hiramatsu, K., Nozaki, H., and Arimori, S. Influence of pantethine on platelet volume, microviscosity, lipid composition and functions in diabetes mellitus with hyperlipidemia. Tokai J.Exp.Clin.Med. 1981;6(1):49-57.
  7. McRae MP. Treatment of hyperlipoproteinemia with pantethine: A review and analysis of efficacy and tolerability. Nutrition Res 2005;25:319-333. DOI
  8. Cattin, L., Da Col, P. G., Fonda, M., Mameli, M. G., and Fergulio, G. A. Treatment of hypercholesterolemia with pantethine and fenofibrate; open randomized study on 43 subjects. Current Therapeutic Research 1985;38(Sep):386-395.
  9. Evans M, Rumberger JA, Azumano I, Napolitano JJ, Citrolo D, Kamiya T. Pantethine, a derivative of vitamin B5, favorably alters total, LDL and non-HDL cholesterol in low to moderate cardiovascular risk subjects eligible for statin therapy: a triple-blinded

See these in context on the Pantethine monograph →

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