Dexpantenol

Drug name: Dexpantenol

Other names used:

Panthoderm®

Active Ingredients: Dexpanthenol

Therapeutic actions: Synthetic products dexpanthenol is converted in the body to pantothenic acid or calcium pantothenate. Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is essential to all life, and is a component of coenzyme A (CoA), a molecule that is necessary for numerous vital chemical reactions to occur in cells. Pantothenic acid is essential to the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, as well as for the synthesis of hormones and cholesterol.

Indications: Dexpantenol is used for:
Relieving dry skin, preventing and treating sore nipples during breast-feeding, and promoting healing of burns and poorly-healing wounds. It may also be used for treating dermatitis, bedsore, intertrigo, abscesses , furuncles.

Contraindications and cautions:
You should not use Dexpantenol if:

you are allergic to any ingredient in Dexpanthenol ointment

You should talk with your health care provider prior to taking Dexpantenol :

if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances

Warning!

Dexpanthenol ointment is for external use only.
Avoid getting Dexpanthenol ointment in your eyes or mouth.
Dexpanthenol ointment is not recommended for use in CHILDREN. Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
Apply Dexpanthenol ointment directly to the affected areas once or twice daily, or as directed by your health care provider.
Wash and completely dry the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed. Wash your hands immediately after using Dexpanthenol ointment, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
If you miss a dose of Dexpanthenol ointment, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.

Adverse effects: Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Skin irritation

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with this medicine. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe.
Only a small amount of Dexpanthenol ointment is absorbed into the blood, the risk of it interacting with another medicine is low.

Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.