Is Panthenol safe during pregnancy?
Soothing, hydrating provitamin B5. No pregnancy concerns identified.
PregnancyGenerally safe
BreastfeedingGenerally safe
EvidenceLimited
What the sources say
Panthenol (dexpanthenol) is a moisturizing and soothing ingredient used in creams, lip balms and hair care. AAD recommends regular moisturizing in pregnancy. No sources raise pregnancy or breastfeeding concerns; pregnancy-specific studies are not available, so evidence is rated limited.
Also listed as
d-panthenol, dexpanthenol, dl-panthenol, pantothenic acid, pro-vitamin b5, provitamin b5
Sources
Last reviewed . This is general information, not medical advice. Ask your doctor or midwife about your own situation.