What is the most important information I should know about ascorbic acid?
Do not take more
ascorbic acid than is prescribed for you or than is directed on the
package.
What is ascorbic acid?
Ascorbic acid is found in citrus fruit, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy vegetables. Ascorbic acid
is important for the skin and connective tissues, for normal chemical and hormonal production, and
for the immune system.
Ascorbic acid is used to treat and prevent vitamin C deficiency.
Ascorbic acid may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Who should not take ascorbic acid?
Before taking ascorbic acid, tell your doctor or talk to your pharmacist if you:
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have diabetes,
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have kidney disease or an increased risk of kidney stone
formation,
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have a tartrazine sensitivity,
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have a sulfite sensitivity,
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are on a sodium restricted diet,
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are undergoing testing of the stool for blood, or
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are taking warfarin (Coumadin).
You may not be able to take ascorbic acid, or you may require special
monitoring if you have any of the conditions or are taking any of the medicines listed above.
Ascorbic acid is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known
whether ascorbic acid will harm an unborn baby. Some ascorbic acid is important for the normal
development of a baby, however it is not known whether large doses or prolonged use of ascorbic
acid could be harmful. Do not take ascorbic acid without first talking to your doctor if you are
pregnant.
Ascorbic acid passes into breast milk. Do not take ascorbic acid without first talking to
your doctor if you are
breast-feeding.
How should I take ascorbic acid?
Take ascorbic acid exactly as directed by your doctor or as directed on the package. If you
do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
Swallow each nonchewable dose (tablets and capsules) with a full glass of
water.
Chew the chewable forms of ascorbic acid well before swallowing.
Use a dropper, a dose-measuring spoon, or a dose-measuring cup to measure liquid
doses of ascorbic acid. Shake suspensions well before measuring a dose.
Measure and mix the powder and crystal forms of ascorbic acid as directed. Drink all of the
mixture immediately after mixing.
Allow the lozenges to dissolve completely in your mouth.
Do not take more ascorbic acid than is prescribed for you or than is directed on the
package.
Store ascorbic acid at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
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