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Pantethine Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Designs for Health

Pantethine label
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Capsule Category: Vitamin
Most serious interaction: Moderate
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Pantethine against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Pantethine is a dietary supplement by Designs for Health 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.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pantethine by Designs for Health

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.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: pantethine, a form of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). Pantethine is the acetyl form of pantothenic acid and is thought to work differently in your body than plain pantothenic acid — it's used in research and clinical settings to support certain lipid and metabolic concerns.

The capsule also contains two inactive ingredients, microcrystalline cellulose and vegetable stearate, which are common binders and flow agents.

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: heart health and cholesterol support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Hyperlipidemia, Hyperlipoproteinemia, triglycerides, cardiovascular health.
  • 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 and depends on what you're taking it for. For hyperlipoproteinemia (abnormal blood lipid levels), there is possibly effective evidence.

For athletic performance and general hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol and triglycerides), the evidence we hold is insufficient to rate it reliably. Similarly, data on pantethine for pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration (PKAN) are not established in our records.

Talk with your doctor about whether pantethine is right for your specific health goals.

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 gastrointestinal complaints — nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, epigastric discomfort (upper belly discomfort), bloating, and flatulence.

Mild itching has been reported but is uncommon. Pregnancy safety data are not on file, and there isn't enough reliable information about safety during breastfeeding — talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether to use this product if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.

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.

Before you take this product, check with your own doctor or pharmacist if you're on any anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs — blood thinners like warfarin, apixaban, dabigatran, or rivaroxaban, or antiplatelet agents like aspirin or clopidogrel. Pantethine may increase your bleeding risk with these medications at a moderate level of concern.

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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 be worth considering if you have hyperlipoproteinemia and your doctor thinks it's a fit for you. If you take blood thinners or antiplatelet drugs, you'll need to check with your own doctor or pharmacist before starting — the bleeding risk is real.

Most people tolerate it well, but expect possible mild stomach upset. Have the conversation with your healthcare provider before adding it to your routine.

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 Jul 25, 2013.

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, straight from the product label.

Brand Designs for Health
Barcode (UPC) 879452002852
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2013
DSLD ID 22525
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pantethine by Designs for Health, 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:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
UPC/BARCODE
879452002852
IngredientAmount% DV
Pantethine250 mg--

Other ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate

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Label statements
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General Statements

Notice: Color, size or shape may appear different between lots.

For Professional Use Only

Manufactured in an NSF GMP Registered Facility

Formulation

Does not contain gluten.

General

PTT060

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Seals/Symbols

Guaranteed GMP COMPLIANT Products

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day, or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Storage

STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.

Precautions

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

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Pantethine by Designs for Health label

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Pantethine label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pantethine by Designs for Health

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

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Amounts shown are per serving.

Pantethine

Interacts with
122 drugs
250 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: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Vegetable Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Pantethine by Designs for Health Drug Interactions

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Ingredients driving the most interactions

Pantethine 122

Individual Drug Interactions

The ingredients in Pantethine interact with 122 drugs. Click any drug to see the details.

1 of the 1 ingredient in Pantethine interact with drugs. Each result below shows which ingredient is responsible. Pantethine

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Pantethine 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
Pantethine full monograph & interactions
The maker

Brand information

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

Designs for Health

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Name
Designs for Health, Inc.
Street Address
980 South Street
City
Suffield
State
CT
ZipCode
06078
Web Address
www.designsforhealth.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pantethine by Designs for Health: Common Questions

Does Pantethine by Designs for Health interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Pantethine 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 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 is pantethine, and how is it different from regular pantothenic acid?
Pantethine is the acetyl form of pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). It's structured differently and is thought to work differently in your body than plain pantothenic acid, which is why it's used in clinical research and supplements as its own ingredient.
What side effects might I notice?
The most common ones are mild stomach issues: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, bloating, gas, or upper belly discomfort. Itching has been reported but is rare. Most people handle it well.
Is pantethine safe to take long-term?
It's generally well tolerated in studies, but long-term safety data are limited. If you're thinking about taking it for a while, talk with your doctor about what we know and don't know.
Can I take pantethine if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
There isn't enough reliable data to know either way. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about your specific situation before taking it — they can weigh the pros and cons for you.
What is pantethine used for?
The evidence is strongest for hyperlipoproteinemia (abnormal blood lipid levels). For athletic performance and general high cholesterol, the evidence we have is not reliable enough to rate. Your doctor can help you figure out if it's right for your needs.
Does this product have any fillers?
Yes, it contains microcrystalline cellulose and vegetable stearate as inactive ingredients — these are common binders and flow agents used in capsules.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pantethine’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Pantethine

Interacts with 122 drugs

Pantethine is a derivative of vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) that some studies suggest may modestly lower cholesterol and triglycerides. The evidence is limited and not strong enough to repla...

Read the full Pantethine monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pantethine'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.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

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

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