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Dietary supplement

Pantothenic Acid Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Genestra Brands

Capsule Category: Vitamin
No known interaction
The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Pantothenic Acid is a dietary supplement by Genestra Brands 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 by Genestra Brands

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: pantothenic acid, a B vitamin (vitamin B5) that plays a role in energy production and the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — hypromellose, cellulose, and magnesium stearate — which are standard fillers and binders.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

We hold no graded evidence for this product's ingredients for its stated purpose.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
  • Our graded evidence for these ingredients doesn't cover that particular purpose.

Pantothenic acid is effective for treating pantothenic acid deficiency. For radiation dermatitis (skin damage from radiation therapy), the evidence shows it's probably ineffective.

For allergic rhinitis (hay fever), alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), and alcoholism, there isn't enough reliable evidence yet to rate whether it works.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Pantothenic Acid

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.

Pantothenic acid taken by mouth is generally well tolerated, with diarrhea reported in some cases. The safety data notes that amounts found in food and prenatal vitamins are appropriate; if you're thinking about taking high-dose supplements, check with your doctor first.

Pregnancy and lactation safety ratings show it's likely safe at normal dietary and prenatal-vitamin levels.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Pantothenic Acid

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented in our data for the pantothenic acid in this product. That said, it's always smart to mention any supplement you're starting to your own doctor or pharmacist, especially if you take multiple medications.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

This supplement is straightforward — pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is an established treatment for B5 deficiency and is generally well tolerated at typical doses. If you're taking it for another reason, the evidence for most other uses isn't solid yet.

Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether it fits your needs and whether the dose is right for you.

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 Jan 25, 2016.

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 Pantothenic Acid, straight from the product label.

Brand Genestra Brands
Barcode (UPC) 88319612820
Net contents 60 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jan 25, 2016
DSLD ID 55556
Product type Vitamin
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses No Claim
Intended target group(s) Children 4 or More Years of Age, Vegan, Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Pantothenic Acid by Genestra Brands, 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
88319612820
IngredientAmount% DV
Pantothenic Acid250 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended Dose: Adults and Children (6 years and older): Take one capsule two times daily with meals, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

Formulation

Guaranteed to contain no added wheat, starch, yeast, gluten, corn, soy, sodium, sugar, artificial colouring or flavouring, antimicrobial preservatives, dairy or animal products.

Ideal for vegans.

Precautions

Quality Assurance: Safety-sealed for your protection and for product freshness. Do not use if outer seal is missing or broken.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Seals/Symbols

Seroyal

FDA Statement of Identity

VITAMIN SUPPLEMENT

General Statements

A factor in the maintenance of good health; helps the body to metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins and helps in tissue formation.

General

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Pantothenic Acid by Genestra Brands label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Pantothenic Acid by Genestra Brands

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.

Pantothenic Acid

No known
interactions
250 mg per serving Form: Calcium D-Pantothenate

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 & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Pantothenic Acid by Genestra Brands Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Pantothenic Acid. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Pantothenic Acid, from the product label.

Genestra Brands

Name
Seroyal International
Street Address
490 Elgin Mills Rd E
City
Richmond Hill
State
ON
ZipCode
L4C 0L8
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Pantothenic Acid by Genestra Brands: Common Questions

Does Pantothenic Acid by Genestra Brands interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Pantothenic Acid. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Pantothenic Acid 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.
Is pantothenic acid safe if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
Pantothenic acid at normal dietary and prenatal-vitamin amounts is rated likely safe during pregnancy and lactation. If you're considering a high-dose supplement, talk with your doctor first to make sure it's right for your situation.
What does pantothenic acid do?
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) helps your body produce energy and break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. It's definitely effective for treating a pantothenic acid deficiency, though deficiency is rare in people eating a varied diet.
Can this help with hair loss or hay fever?
For alopecia areata (patchy hair loss), the evidence isn't strong enough yet to say whether it works. For hay fever, there's not enough reliable evidence to rate it either. If you're considering it for either condition, check with your doctor.
What side effects might I get from pantothenic acid?
Taken by mouth, pantothenic acid is generally well tolerated. Diarrhea has been reported in some cases. At typical supplement doses, side effects are uncommon.
Are there any fillers or other ingredients in this capsule?
Yes — the capsule contains hypromellose, cellulose, and magnesium stearate as inactive ingredients. These are standard binders and fillers used to hold the supplement together.

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The Full Monographs Behind Pantothenic Acid’s Ingredients

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

Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Pantothenic Acid'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 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
  1. McEvoy GK, ed. AHFS Drug Information. Bethesda, MD: American Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 1998.
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. Champault, G. and Patel, J. C. [Treatment of constipation with Bepanthene]. Med.Chir Dig. 1977;6(1):57-59.
  8. 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
  9. Han J, Warshaw EM. Allergic Contact Dermatitis to Panthenol in "Hypoallergenic" Products. Dermatitis 2023;34(1):62-63. PubMed
  10. 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
  11. 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

See these in context on the Pantothenic Acid monograph →

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