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Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA)

Basic Information

Brand names:
PABA Capsules
Hill-Shade(R)
Pabagel(R)
Pabanol(R)
Paraminan(R)
Presun 8(R)
RV Paba(R)
Available from natural sources? Yes
Available from synthetic sources? Yes
Prescription required? No

NATURAL SOURCES

Bran
Brown rice
Kidney
Liver
Molasses
Sunflower seeds
Wheat germ
Whole-grain products
Yogurt

REASONS TO USE

  • Shields skin from damage of ultraviolet radiation when used as a topical sunscreen.
  • Treats vitiligo, a condition characterized by discoloration or depigmentation of some areas of the skin.

    UNPROVED SPECULATED BENEFITS

  • Rejuvenates skin.
  • Treats arthritis.
  • Stops hair loss.
  • Restores color to graying or white hair.
  • Treats anemia.
  • Treats constipation.
  • Treats headaches.
  • Treats skin disorders.

    WHO NEEDS ADDITIONAL AMOUNTS?

  • PABA is not an essential nutrient, so no nutritional deficiency has been documented.

    DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS

  • None

    UNPROVED SPECULATED SYMPTOMS

  • Eczema

    LAB TESTS TO DETECT DEFICIENCY

  • None available except for experimental purposes.

    DOSAGE AND USAGE INFORMATION

    Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA):
    No RDA has been established.

    What this supplement does:

  • Stimulates intestinal bacteria, enabling them to produce folic acid, which aids in production of pantothenic acid.

    Miscellaneous information:

  • When used topically, PABA helps prevent sunburn.
  • DON'T take oral supplements without doctor's supervision.

    Available as:

  • A constituent of many multivitamin/mineral preparations.
  • A constituent of many topical sunscreen products.

    WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

    Don't take if you:

  • Take any sulfonamide or antibiotic internally because PABA prevents them from exerting their full effect.

    Consult your doctor if you:

  • Are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or plan pregnancy in the near future.

    Over age 55:

  • No problems expected.

    Pregnancy:

  • Risks outweigh benefits. Don't take internally. No problems expected if you use PABA topically.

    Breast-feeding:

  • Risks outweigh benefits. Don't take internally. No problems expected if you use PABA topically.

    Effect on lab tests:

  • None expected.

    Storage:

  • Store in cool, dry place away from direct light, but don't freeze.
  • Store safely out of reach of children.
  • Don't store in bathroom medicine cabinet. Heat and moisture may change action of supplement.

    OVERDOSE/TOXICITY

    Signs and symptoms:
    Liver disease evidenced by abnormal liver function tests,
    jaundice (yellow skin and eyes), vomiting.

    Possible consequences of overdose:
    PABA is stored in the tissues. In continued high dosage, it may
    prove toxic to the liver. Symptoms of toxicity are nausea and
    vomiting.

    What to do:

  • For symptoms of overdosage: Discontinue supplement, and consult doctor. Also see ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS section below.
  • For accidental overdosage (such as child taking entire bottle): Dial 911 (emergency), 0 for operator or your nearest Poison Control Center.

    ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS

    Reaction or effect What to do
    Diarrhea Discontinue. Call doctor immediately.
    Nausea Discontinue. Call doctor immediately.
    Vomiting Discontinue. Call doctor
    immediately.

    INTERACTION WITH MEDICINE, VITAMINS OR MINERALS

    Interacts with Combined effect
    Antibiotics Decreases effectiveness of
    antibiotics.
    Folic acid Increases effectiveness of
    folic acid.
    Sulfonamide ("sulfa drugs") Decreases effectiveness of
    sulfa drugs.
    Vitamin-B complex Increases effectiveness of
    vitamin-B complex.
    Vitamin C Increases effectiveness of
    vitamin C.

    INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES

    None known

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