About vitamin c
Vitamin supplement; water-soluble vitamin
Used for
- Prevents or treats vitamin C deficiency
- Supports normal collagen formation and wound healing
Usual adult dose
Dietary requirement: 75 mg daily for women; 90 mg daily for men. Higher doses may be used for deficiency.
Usual dose in children
Daily requirements vary by age: 15–75 mg. Deficiency treatment should be clinician-directed.
Common side effects
- Stomach upset
- Nausea or diarrhea
- High doses may increase kidney stone risk
Important warnings
- Excessive amounts can cause digestive symptoms
- Use caution with kidney disease or a history of kidney stones
- Vitamin C may affect some laboratory test results
Pregnancy
Usual dietary needs are 85 mg daily; avoid high-dose supplements unless medically directed.
Breastfeeding
Usual dietary needs are 120 mg daily; avoid high-dose supplements unless medically directed.
Interactions
- May increase iron absorption
- High doses may interact with chemotherapy or radiation treatment
- May affect warfarin monitoring
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.