Vitamin B5
Pantothentic Acid is an essential nutrient included
in the B Vitamin family, often referred to as B5. Pantothentic Acid
demonstrates antioxidant abilities as well as the ability to prevent
lipid peroxidation of the cells. Pantothentic Acid is the precursor of
coenzyme A, which has many important function in the body such as the
release of energy from carbohydrates, the creation and degradation of
fatty acids, and the production of sterols, steroid hormones, etc.
Pantothentic Acid has also been indicated in normal
epithelial function. There has been some evidence of anti-inflammatory
activity. Pantothentic Acid acts as an intermediary during the
metabolization of carbohydrates, protein and lipids. It can be
manufactured in the body through the conversion of dexapanthenol.
The prolonged use of antibiotics may decrease the
production of all B vitamins. Pantothentic Acid should not be combined
with cholinergic drugs as additive effects may occur. High doses of
Pantothentic acid may also hinder the absorption of biotin.
Pantothentic Acid is well tolerated by most people
in the recommended dosage. High doses of pantothenic acid may cause
diarrhea.
This product has not been evaluated by the FDA and it's not intended to "diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease".
Vitamin B5 for Acne:
Our Vitamin B5 is one of our top selling
products. It's Vitamin B5 D-Calcium Pantothenate (Pantothentic Acid
91.5%) Thousands of people have had remarkable results with this product
to help in reducing Acne. We offer it in powder form and also 1000mg
capsules in bottles as large as 250 count. We recommend taking a
B-Complex in conjunction with higher doses of B5, Our Whole Food multi
vitamin mineral will also offer a good balance.
For many B5 is a
great combatant for Acne. Many use it in those times when Acne flares up
the most. While some get away with lower doses. Many have to use up to
10 Grams a day for as many as five-six weeks. By then, for most the acne
subsides and they can get away with a much lower maintenance dose in the
2 gram range. Below is the the higher end of the recommended dosing
schedule.
Doses up to 20 grams a day has
been studied with no unexpected side effects.
Week 1- 4 grams daily
Week 2- 8 grams daily
Week 3- 12 grams daily (if well tolerated)
Week 4- 12 grams daily
Week 5- 12 grams daily
Week 6- 4 grams daily
Week 7- 4 grams daily
Week 8- 2 grams daily
A B5 cycle is a much cheaper
alternative to combating acne than liver toxic accutane cycle. And since
B5 is water soluble it will not cause any type toxic effects even
at high doses which is possible with some fat soluble vitamins.
Side effects
at 10+ grams a
day has been in rare cases stomach irritation and drying around the
mouth. Both subsides when the body adjusts or dosage is reduced.
