Dosing and uses of Panthoderm (dexpanthenol)
Adult dosage forms and strengths
topical cream
- 2%
Dermatoses & Eczema
Apply topically to affected area(s) qDay/BId
Pediatric dosage forms and strengths
topical cream
- 2%
Dermatoses & Eczema
As adults; apply topically to affected area(s) qDay/BId
Panthoderm (dexpanthenol) adverse (side) effects
Frequency not defined
Itching
Tingling
Urticaria
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Cautions
External use only
Avoid eyes
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution
Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should seek advice of health professional before using OTC drugs
Pregnancy categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk.
C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done.
D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk.
X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist.
NA: Information not available.
Pharmacology of Panthoderm (dexpanthenol)
Mechanism of action
Pantothenic acid analog; precise mechanism unknown
