What is calcium pentothenate?

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Pantothenic acid, the amide of beta-alanine and pantoic acid, is a B complex vitamin acting as a precursor in the biosynthesis of coenzyme A, involved in the metabolism as an antioxidant to breakdown many biochemical substances (fatty acids, steroids, phospholipids, heme, amino acids, and carbohydrates). The adrenal gland is an important site of pantothenic acid activity. It can be found ubiquitously in foods, and no deficiency syndrome has been demonstrated in humans except by experimental administration of the pantothenic acid antagonist (omega-methylpantothenic acid). Pantothenic acid is an unstable oil. The usual forms for feed supplementation are its salts, calcium D-pantothenate, sodium D-pantothenate and D-panthenol (liquid). ......

D-Calcium Pantothenate is synthetically prepared from pantothenic acid and is sold as a vitamin B5 supplement. Usually, it is available as a white powder. Most importantly, it does not have a smelly odor. It is bitter in taste and shows hygroscopic property. The aqueous solution of D Calcium Pantothenate is slightly alkaline and easily dissolves in water. Commonly used as a food additive, this powder should be stored in a cool, dry place. D Calcium Pantothenate supplements are prescribed to relieve morning stiffness and pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, and also as acne treatment.