Vitamin C
= Prescription Required 
= Generic Equvalent
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(Redoxan) Vitamin C Effervesent
1000mg Tablets (Effervescent)
Vitamin C
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Vitamin C Prescription Drug Information
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (By mouth)
Ascorbic Acid (as-KORE-bik AS-id)
Helps patients who do not have enough vitamin C in the body. It is sometimes used to add acidity to the urine.
Brand Name(s):One-Gram C, PharmAssure Vitamin C, Family Pharmacy Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid, Nature's Blend Vitamin C, Ascocid-500, Ascocid, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Great Taste Vitamin C, Vitamin C/Rose Hips, C-Time w/Rose Hips, Ascocid-500-D, Cemill 500, C-500, Mega-C, Cemill 1000
There may be other brand names for Vitamin C.
When Vitamin C Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Vitamin C if you have had an allergic reaction to ascorbic acid (vitamin C).
How to Use Vitamin C:
Tablet, Powder, Chewable Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Long Acting Capsule, Liquid
- Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often. Always follow the dose instructions on the label if you take Vitamin C in over-the-counter form.
- May be taken with or without food.
- Swallow the tablet or capsule whole, do not chew or crush.
- Chew the chewable tablet and swallow.
- Carefully measure the oral liquid using a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, or with the dropper that comes with the medicine. Vitamin C may either be mixed with foods such as cereal and fruit juice, or be dropped into the mouth.
If a dose of Vitamin C is missed:
- Try not to miss any doses; however, it is usually not a problem if you miss one or two doses.
How to Store and Dispose of Vitamin C:
- Store at room temperature in a closed container away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not freeze.
- Keep all medicine away from children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Vitamin C:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking a blood thinner, such as Coumadin®.
Warnings While Using Vitamin C:
- Check with your doctor before taking vitamin C if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any medical problems.
- Ascorbic acid may interfere with tests that measure sugar in the urine of patients with diabetes.
Possible Side Effects While Using Vitamin C:
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Vitamin C, talk with your doctor:
- Nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Vitamin C, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
