dexpanthenol


dexpanthenol

 [deks-pan´thĕ-nol] the d-isomer of panthenol, a coenzyme A precursor with cholinergic activity. Used to increase peristalsis in atony and paralysis of the lower intestine and as an antiflatulent; also used topically to stimulate skin healing in various eczemas and dermatoses.

dex·pan·the·nol

(deks-pan'thĕ-nol), Pantothenic acid with -CH2OH replacing the terminal -COOH; a cholinergic agent and a dietary source of pantothenic acid. Synonym(s): panthenol, pantothenyl alcohol