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Ascorbic acid - oral

(ask-or-bick acid)

common brand names: Cecon, Sunkist, Vitamin C

Vicks Vitamin C Drops Usage: Ascorbic acid (also known as vitamin C) is used to treat & prevent vitamin C deficiency. Vitamin C deficiency can lead to to scurvy.

How to use Vicks Vitamin C Drops: Take this drug with a full glass (8 oz or 240 ml) of water unless your doctor directs you otherwise. do not lie down for 30 minutes after taking it medication. Chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing followed with a glass of water. Timed-release capsules or tablets must be swallowed whole. do not crush or chew them. Mix the powder form in a glass of juice or water. Stir well and drink immediately.

Vicks Vitamin C Drops side effects: this drug can cause stomach upset, diarrhea, mouth sores, or frequent urination. Promptly consult your doctor if any of these effects persist or worsen. Tell your doctor immediately if any symptoms about kidney stones develop, such as: abdominal/back pain, painful urination. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact some your doctor or pharmacist.

Vicks Vitamin C Drops Precautions: Tell your healthcare professional your medical history, especially: diabetes, blood disorders, kidney stones, any med or food allergies. large doses of ascorbic acid can cause kidney stones. check with youre healthcare professional before taking large doses with out prescription. Tell your healthcare professional if you pregnant before using this med. Ascorbic acid is considered safe during pregnancy when not taken excessively. Ascorbic acid is excreted into breast milk. Though there have been (to date) no reports about harm to nursing infants, consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Vicks Vitamin C Drops drug interactions: Tell you're healthcare professional of all medicines you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially: all vitamin and mineral supplements. If you take aspirin on a regular schedule, consult your doctor before taking ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid may affect laboratory tests, including urine tests for sugar. Diabetics should consult their physician or healthcare professional for the correct way to test their urine while taking large amounts about ascorbic acid. Before you have any tests, tell the laboratory personnel & doctor that you are taking it med. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or physician approval.

Vicks Vitamin C Drops Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include change in amount about urine or joint pain.

Vicks Vitamin C Drops special notes: Foods that contain large amounts of vitamin C include citrus fruit, strawberries, potatoes, tomatoes, leafy vegetables, meat, fish, poultry, eggs & dairy products. Eat more of these foods to increase amount of vitamin C in your diet. they're are much ascorbic acid supplement goods available. much can be purchased without prescription. Consult your doctor or physician on the choice of product best since you.

If you missed Vicks Vitamin C Drops dose: If you miss a dose, skip missed dose & resume some your usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Vicks Vitamin C Drops Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Ascorbic Acid