Pantothenic Acid 500 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Pantothenic Acid 500 mg 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
Pantothenic Acid 500 mg is a dietary supplement by Woodstock Vitamins with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for general nutrition and energy, skin and hair health, acne (topical and oral).We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Pantothenic Acid 500 mg by Woodstock Vitamins
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.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: pantothenic acid at 500 mg per tablet. Pantothenic acid (also called vitamin B5) is a water-soluble B vitamin that plays a role in energy metabolism and the production of several important compounds in your body.
The tablet also contains inactive ingredients — cellulose, stearic acid, silica, calcium stearate, and glycerin — which are standard binders and fillers that hold the tablet together and help with absorption.
Does it work?
Strong evidence
Pantothenic acid is effective for treating pantothenic acid deficiency, which is rare because the vitamin is found widely in food. For radiation dermatitis (skin damage from cancer treatment), the evidence suggests it's probably not effective.
For hay fever, alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), and alcoholism, the evidence we hold is insufficient — meaning there isn't enough reliable data to say whether it works.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Taken by mouth, pantothenic acid is generally well tolerated at typical supplement doses, with few side effects. The main reported adverse effect is diarrhea, which occurs in some people.
Amounts found in food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate for pregnancy and breastfeeding and are rated likely safe — but if you're considering a high-dose supplement (like this 500 mg tablet), check with your doctor first to make sure it's right for you.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented in our data for pantothenic acid with any medications. That doesn't mean none could occur, so if you take regular drugs and want peace of mind, run them through the checker on this page or confirm with your pharmacist.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with clinical evidence supporting its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Pantothenic Acid 500 mg is a straightforward B-vitamin supplement with no documented interactions. It's effective for correcting a pantothenic acid deficiency, though that's uncommon.
If you're considering it for another reason — hay fever, hair loss, or alcoholism — the evidence isn't solid enough yet. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this dose and purpose make sense for you.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 11, 2022.
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
General information
Key facts about Pantothenic Acid 500 mg, straight from the product label.
| Brand | Woodstock Vitamins |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 719985229312 |
| Net contents | 60 Vegan Tablet(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Apr 11, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 263202 |
| Product type | Vitamin |
| Supplement form | Tablet Or Pill |
| Dietary claims / uses | Nutrient, All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Pantothenic Acid 500 mg by Woodstock Vitamins, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Pantothenic Acid | 500 mg | 10000% |
Other ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica, Calcium Stearate, Glycerin
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Formulation
Healthy stress management support
Pantothenic Acid supplement, also known as Vitamin B5, is especially beneficial during times of stress. Our Pantothenic Acid supplement is produced using an advanced manufacturing technique which allows nutrients to be released slowly (over approximately 2-4 hours) promoting optimal assimilation.
Contains no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives; no wheat, gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, crustacean shellfish or fish.
We guarantee our supplements for potency and purity
Prolonged release Supports adrenal function
GF Gluten free
Formula
As a member of the B Vitamins, Pantothenic Acid plays an essential role in supporting metabolism, adrenal health, and assisting proper utilization of PABA and choline.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place.
Precautions
To report a serious adverse event, call 1-888-710-0006
Keep out of reach of children.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: Take one tablet daily with food.
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Pantothenic Acid 500 mg by Woodstock Vitamins label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
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View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Pantothenic Acid 500 mg by Woodstock Vitamins
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size1 Tablet(s) Dosage formTablet Or Pill Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Pantothenic Acid
No knowninteractions
Pantothenic acid is vitamin B5, an essential nutrient your body uses to turn food into energy. True deficiency is very rare because it is found in nea...
Pantothenic Acid monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Silica, Calcium Stearate, Glycerin. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Pantothenic Acid 500 mg by Woodstock Vitamins Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Pantothenic Acid 500 mg. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Pantothenic Acid 500 mg, from the product label.
Woodstock Vitamins
See all Woodstock Vitamins products- Name
- Village Vitality LLC
- City
- Woodstock
- State
- NY
- ZipCode
- 12498
- Web Address
- woodstockvitamins.com
Pantothenic Acid 500 mg by Woodstock Vitamins: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Pantothenic Acid 500 mg’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Pantothenic Acid 500 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.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
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 11 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.
Pantothenic Acid 11 references
- McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
- Yates AA, Schlicker SA, Suitor CW. Dietary reference intakes: The new basis for recommendations for calcium and related nutrients, B vitamins, and choline. J Am Diet Assoc 1998;98:699-706. PubMed
- Debourdeau PM, Djezzar S, Estival JL, et al. Life-threatening eosinophilic pleuropericardial effusion related to vitamins B5 and H. Ann Pharmacother 2001;35:424-6. DOI
- Schmuth, M., Wimmer, M. A., Hofer, S., Sztankay, A., Weinlich, G., Linder, D. M., Elias, P. M., Fritsch, P. O., and Fritsch, E. Topical corticosteroid therapy for acute radiation dermatitis: a prospective, randomized, double-blind study. Br.J.Dermatol. 2 PubMed
- Schreck, U., Paulsen, F., Bamberg, M., and Budach, W. Intraindividual comparison of two different skin care conceptions in patients undergoing radiotherapy of the head-and-neck region. Creme or powder? Strahlenther.Onkol. 2002;178(6):321-329. PubMed
- Herbst, R. A., Uter, W., Pirker, C., Geier, J., and Frosch, P. J. Allergic and non-allergic periorbital dermatitis: patch test results of the Information Network of the Departments of Dermatology during a 5-year period. Contact Dermatitis 2004;51(1):13-1 PubMed
- Champault, G. and Patel, J. C. [Treatment of constipation with Bepanthene]. Med.Chir Dig. 1977;6(1):57-59.
- Scott LN, Fiume M, Bergfeld WF, et al. Safety Assessment of Panthenol, Pantothenic Acid, and Derivatives as Used in Cosmetics. Int J Toxicol 2022;41(3_suppl):77-128. PubMed
- Han J, Warshaw EM. Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Panthenol in "Hypoallergenic" Products. Dermatitis 2023;34(1):62-63. PubMed
- Blanchard G, Kerre S, Walker A, et al. Allergic contact dermatitis from pantolactone and dexpanthenol in wound healing creams. Contact Dermatitis 2022;87(5):468-471. PubMed
- Peltier E, Trapp S, de Salvo R, et al. A new dexpanthenol-containing liquid cleanser for atopic-prone skin: Results from two prospective clinical studies evaluating cutaneous tolerability, moisturization potential, and effects on barrier function. J Cosme PubMed
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