About sodium + ascorbic acid
Vitamin supplement
Used for
- Prevents or treats vitamin C deficiency
- Supports normal collagen formation and wound healing
Usual adult dose
For deficiency prevention, adults typically take 75–90 mg daily; higher doses may be used for deficiency treatment.
Usual dose in children
Children’s needs vary by age; deficiency treatment should be guided by a clinician.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Kidney stones with prolonged high doses
Important warnings
- High intake may increase kidney-stone risk, especially with kidney disease.
- May interfere with some laboratory test results.
- Check with a clinician before high doses if iron overload is present.
Pregnancy
Vitamin C is needed in pregnancy; recommended intake is 85 mg daily for adults. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Breastfeeding
Vitamin C is needed during breastfeeding; recommended intake is 120 mg daily for adults. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Interactions
- May increase aluminum absorption from some antacids.
- Can affect warfarin response in some people, especially with large or changing doses.
- High doses may interact with chemotherapy or radiation treatment.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.