Description
What is this medicine for
It is used to help growth and good health. – It is used to stop or treat vitamin C deficiency. – It is used to lower the urines pH.
How does it work
Ascorbic acid is a diet aid.
How should this medicine be used
Take Ascorbic acid exactly as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Do not take more or less than instructed. – Ascorbic acid is available in different oral forms such as capsules, tablets, lozenges, syrup, chewable tablets, extended-release pills and liquid drops. – If you are taking the extended-release pills, swallow them whole. Do not chew, crush, cut or open these types of pills. – Take Ascorbic acid with a full glass of water.
Common side effects of this medicine
Kidney stones may rarely happen.
What do I do if I miss a dose
Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. – If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. – Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
What precautions should I take when taking this medicine
Alert your doctor if you suffer from kidney stones or other types of kidney disease.
When do I need to seek medical help
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. – Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue or gray skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Back pain, belly pain, or blood in the urine. May be signs of a kidney stone. – Any rash. – Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Can I take it with other medicines
Alert your doctor and pharmacist if you are taking any of these medicines: – antacids containing aluminium salts. – aspirin. – iron supplements. Always inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription.
Are there any food restrictions
Avoid Alcohol
How do I store this medicine
Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. – Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.
Pregnancy Category
Category A : Adequate and well-controlled human studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in the first trimester of pregnancy (and there is no evidence of risk in later trimesters).
Therapeutic Classification
Vitamins
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