Calcium pantothenate
Calcium pantothenate: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Calcii pantothenas
ATX code: A11HA31
Active ingredient: Calcium pantothenate (Calcium pantothenate)
Producer: AI SI EN October, Belgorodvitamins, Akrikhin KhFK, Pharmstandard-October (Russia)
Description and photo update: 2019-06-08
Calcium pantothenate is a drug that regulates calcium-phosphorus metabolism in the body.
Release form and composition
Dosage form - white tablets (10 pcs. In contoured non-cell packs, 1 or 2 packs in a cardboard box).
The active ingredient is a part of 1 tablet: calcium pantothenate - 100 mg.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Calcium pantothenate is the calcium salt of pantothenic acid. Coenzyme A, which contains pantothenic acid, takes part in oxidation and acetylation processes. Pantothenic acid is essential for the synthesis of acetylcholine, it also participates in fat and carbohydrate metabolism.
It is found in large quantities in the adrenal cortex, stimulating the formation of corticosteroids. Pantothenic acid improves regeneration processes and energy supply of myocardial contraction, and also activates metabolic processes in tissues.
Pharmacokinetics
When taken orally, Calcium Pantothenate is readily absorbed in the intestines. Upon splitting, pantothenic acid is released. Approximately 60% of the drug is excreted in the urine, some - with feces.
Indications for use
Complex therapy of the following diseases / conditions:
- Insufficient blood circulation;
- Toxicosis of pregnant women;
- Polyneuritis and neuralgia;
- Intestinal atony;
- Bronchial asthma, bronchitis;
- Eczema, burns, trophic ulcers;
- Withdrawal symptoms;
- Allergic reactions.
Contraindications
Calcium pantothenate is contraindicated in the presence of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Instructions for use of Calcium pantothenate: method and dosage
The tablets are taken orally, before meals.
Depending on age, the drug is prescribed:
- Adults and children from 14 years old: 2-4 times a day, 1-2 tablets (100-200 mg);
- Children 3-14 years old: 2 times a day, 1-2 tablets (100-200 mg);
- Children 1-3 years old: 1 / 2-1 tablets (50-100 mg) per day.
In case of postoperative intestinal atony, Calcium pantothenate is prescribed every 6 hours, 250 mg. The maximum adult daily dose is 400-800 mg.
The duration of the course of therapy is prescribed by the doctor individually and is determined by the patient's condition.
Side effects
During treatment, side effects may develop, manifested in the form of pain in the upper abdomen, heartburn, vomiting, nausea and diarrhea.
Overdose
To date, there are no data on drug overdose.
special instructions
Before starting therapy, as well as in cases of atypical symptoms, you should consult your doctor.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy, the drug can be taken as indicated.
Pediatric use
It is possible to use the drug in childhood in compliance with the recommended dosage regimen.
Drug interactions
According to the instructions, Calcium pantothenate increases the effectiveness of cardiac glycosides, reduces the toxic effects of aminoglycosides, arsenic preparations, streptomycin antibiotics and sulfonamides.
Analogs
Analogs of Calcium pantothenate are: Aminalon, Neuro-norm, Noobut, Noozam, Noofen, Vasavital, Olatropil, Pantogam, Picamilon, Semax, Fenotropil, Ceregin, Evrizam, Omaron, Pantocalcin, Pramistar, Fezam, Ceregin, Evrysam.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a dark, dry place out of reach of children.
Expiration date - 1 year.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Calcium Pantothenate
Pantothenic acid is usually effective when used according to indications, as evidenced by positive reviews on the drug on the forums. Negative reviews about Calcium pantothenate are associated with the occurrence of unwanted side reactions (patients complain of heartburn, nausea, vomiting and azotemia).
Price for Calcium pantothenate in pharmacies
Currently, the drug cannot be bought in pharmacies, since its state registration has expired. As of today, the price of Calcium Pantothenate is unknown.
You can purchase one of the analogues of the drug, for example Pantogam or Pantocalcin. The cost of Pantogam in tablets of 250 mg (50 pieces in a package) is 372–397 rubles, in tablets of 500 mg (50 pieces in a package) - 575–629 rubles. Pantocalcin in tablets 250 mg (50 pcs. In a package) can be bought at a price of 407-464 rubles, in tablets of 500 mg (50 pcs. In a package) - 593-694 rubles.
Maria Kulkes Medical journalist About the author
Education: First Moscow State Medical University named after I. M. Sechenov, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
