pantothenic acid

Noun

 * 1)  A water-soluble antioxidant vitamin, 3-[(2R)-2,4-dihydroxy-3,3-dimethylbutanamido]propanoic acid needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins; it is found in cereals, legumes, meat and other foods

Synonyms

 * vitamin B5

Related terms

 * pantothenamide