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dexpanthenol cream

An alcoholic analogue of D-pantothenic acid and cholinergic agent. Dexpanthenol acts as a precursor of coenzyme A necessary for acetylation reactions and is involved in the synthesis of acetylcholine. Although the exact mechanism of the actions of dexpanthenol is unclear, it may enhance the effect of acetylcholine. Dexpanthenol acts on the gastrointestinal tract and increases lower intestinal motility. It is also applied topically to the skin to relieve itching and to promote healing.
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Synonym:d-pantothenol
D-pantothenyl alcohol
dexpanthenol
motilyn
pantenyl
provitamin B5
US brand name:Ilopan
Foreign brand name:Bepanthenol
Code name:302962
Chemical structure:D-(+)-2,4-dihydroxy-N-(3-hydroxypropyl)-3,3-dimethylbutyramide
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