Last update: Dec. 8, 2017
Safe. Compatible.
Minimal risk for breastfeeding and infant.
We do not have alternatives for Dexpanthenol since it is relatively safe.
Suggestions made at e-lactancia are done by APILAM´s pediatricians and pharmacists, and are based on updated scientific publications.
It is not intended to replace the relationship you have with your doctor but to compound it.
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Dexpanthenol is also known as Panthenol. Here it is a list of alternative known names::
Dexpanthenol in other languages or writings:
Dexpanthenol belongs to this group or family:
Main tradenames from several countries containing Dexpanthenol in its composition:
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e-lactancia is a resource recommended by La Liga de la Leche de Euskadi
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Dexpanthenol or provitamin B5 have been applied to the nipple to treat and prevent pain and various problems related to the nipple, comparing it with other products, without being better than others (Shanazi 2015, Morland-Schultz 2005, Kuşcu 2002) or better than no treatment (Morland-Schultz 2005).
The best prevention and treatment for problems in the nipple is a suitable latching technique (Morland-Schultz 2005).
If it is applied to the chest or nipple, it should be cleaned before the next feed. Cases have been reported of contact dermatitis and anaphylaxis due to topical or oral use of dexpanthenol (Gulec 2015, Chin 2013, Röckmann 2005).
Panthenol in the body is metabolized to pantothenic acid or Vitamin B5.
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