vitamin B5
vitamin b5
Any member of a group of vitamers that belong to the chemical structural class called pantothenic acids that exhibit biological activity against vitamin B<small><sub>5</sub></small> deficiency. Deficiency of vitamin B<small><sub>5</sub></small> is rare due to its widespread distribution in whole grain cereals, legumes and meat. Symptoms associated with vitamin B<small><sub>5</sub></small> deficiency are difficult to asses since they are subtle and resemble those of other B vitamin deficiencies. The vitamers include (<i>R</i>)-pantothenic acid and its ionized and salt forms.