Does Alcohol Affect Vitamin B5?

May affect absorption or how you feel

The short answer

Alcohol increases metabolic demand for pantothenic acid and may reduce its absorption.

How to arrange timing

Separate vitamin B5 from alcohol by at least 2 hours.

Reference

Reference noted for this food and supplement combination: NIH ODS 2024

Important context

The effect can also change with food amount, supplement dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.