What is Pantogar and when is it used?

Pantogar is a hair and nail therapy for diffuse hair loss and brittle nails. Pantogar acts on the cell metabolism via the bloodstream. In this way it is possible to supply the hair and nails with the building materials that are necessary to maintain health and strengthen them.

Pantogar contains vitamins from the B group, amino acids, minerals and trace elements. B-group vitamins such as pantothenic acid and thiamine as well as p-aminobenzoic acid are essential for the scalp and hair. Pantothenic acid has a particularly important function. A deficiency can lead to increased hair loss and premature graying. Medicinal yeast has a high content of vitamins, essential amino acids, minerals, trace elements and enzymes. It is a natural source of B group vitamins.

Cystine, an amino acid that is largely responsible for building keratin, promotes the growth of healthy hair and nails. Keratin, a protein rich in sulfur, forms the main component of hair and nails.

Pantogar showed verifiable improvements in hair quality in various tests. The tear resistance and the surface structure are positively influenced by Pantogar and the natural hair color is enhanced. Pantogar makes the hair more resistant to mechanical influences (intensive combing, brushing, backcombing), to chemical damage (bleaching, dyeing, permanent waves) and to excessive heat from hair dryers, hair styling tongs, X-rays or UV radiation, intensive exposure to the sun or solarium.

Pantogar is used for various hair and nail growth disorders alone or together with external measures (ointments, massages, etc.) and, if necessary, treatment of the underlying condition: hair loss as a result of illnesses, metabolic disorders, vitamin deficiency, poisoning, radiation damage, states of exhaustion, stress Situations, hair loss as a result of drug treatment, e.g. with anticoagulants, cell growth inhibitors, blood fat-lowering agents, hair loss of unknown cause, hair loss during the second half of pregnancy, in childbirth, during breastfeeding, hair loss as a result of drug treatment with contraceptives according to the regulation of the doctor or doctor. Hair structure damage (stressed, thin, inelastic, brittle, brittle, dull and colorless hair).

Preventive treatment against premature graying. Non-infection-related nail diseases and nail growth disorders.

Pantogar shows a decrease in brittleness and an increase in elasticity of the nails in patients with brittle and chipping nails.

What should be considered?

Pantogar is not indicated for scarring and circular hair loss, and for androgenetic (hormonally hereditary) or common alopecia (male baldness). In these cases, Pantogar can only strengthen the remaining hair.

Pantogar does not affect facial hair or arm and leg hair, as these obey other growth mechanisms.

Natural shedding causes about 50-80 hairs to fall out every day. Pathological hair loss only occurs when more hair is lost every day.

If hair or nail diseases take an unfavorable, progressive course, a doctor should be consulted, as these diseases can be signs of specific general diseases.

When must Pantogar not be used?

Pantogar must not be used if there is a known hypersensitivity to a component of the preparation.

When should you be careful when taking Pantogar?

If you are being treated with a medicine containing sulfonamide at the same time, you should tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist, Ask the pharmacist or druggist whether and how you can take Pantogar.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (even those you bought yourself!) or using them externally!

Can Pantogar be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations have never been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Pantogar?

The slow growth of hair and nails and the nature of hair and nail growth disorders require Pantogar to be used regularly, over a long period of time and as early as possible.

Unless otherwise prescribed: adults 1 capsule 3 times a day, children over 12 years of age 1-2 times a day with the main meals, take 1 capsule whole with some liquid.

The average duration of treatment is 3-6 months. The first therapeutic successes are usually visible after 3-4 months. Treatment can be continued or repeated if necessary.

Pantogar is suitable for diabetics.

The use and safety of Pantogar in children under 12 years of age has not been tested. Pantogar should not be used in children under 12 years of age.

Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Pantogar have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Pantogar:

Gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, nausea, flatulence, diarrhea and abdominal pain are possible.

Rare (affects 1 to 10 in 10,000 users)

Intolerance reactions such as sweating, palpitations (tachycardia), accelerated heart rate, skin reactions with rashes, itching and nettle rash are known been.

Dizziness, headache, vomiting, palpitations and flushing of the skin have also been reported in connection with the use of Pantogar.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage instructions

Store in a dry place at room temperature (15-25 °C).

Keep out of the reach of children.

What is in Pantogar?

1 capsule contains:

Active ingredients: thiamine nitrate 60 mg, calcium pantothenate 60 mg, medicinal yeast 100 mg, cystine 20 mg, keratin 20 mg, p-aminobenzoic acid 20 mg.

Excipients: Microcrystalline cellulose, talc, colloidal silica, magnesium stearate, povidone K30, gelatin, purified water, indigotine (E 132), titanium dioxide (E 171) and yellow iron oxide (E 172).

Approval number

38700 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Pantogar? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.

Original packs of 90 and 300 capsules.

Authorization holder

Merz Pharma (Switzerland) AG, 4123 Allschwil.

This leaflet was last checked by the medicines authority (Swissmedic) in October 2019.