About Vitacid C Effervescent Tablets
Water-soluble vitamin
Used for
- Prevention or treatment of vitamin C deficiency
- Supplementation when dietary vitamin C intake is inadequate
Usual adult dose
For deficiency, commonly 100–250 mg daily; dose depends on severity and clinical guidance.
Usual dose in children
For deficiency, doses vary by age and severity; clinician-directed dosing is appropriate.
Common side effects
- Nausea or stomach discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn
- Kidney stones with high or prolonged doses
Important warnings
- High doses may increase kidney-stone risk, especially with kidney disease.
- Use caution with iron overload disorders, as vitamin C increases iron absorption.
- Effervescent tablets may contain substantial sodium; check the product label.
- Large doses can interfere with some laboratory test results.
Pregnancy
Vitamin C is needed during pregnancy; routine intake is preferred, and high-dose supplements should be avoided unless advised by a clinician.
Breastfeeding
Vitamin C is compatible with breastfeeding at usual dietary amounts; avoid high-dose supplementation unless advised by a clinician.
Interactions
- Iron supplements: vitamin C increases iron absorption.
- Warfarin: large amounts may affect anticoagulation in some people.
- Some laboratory tests may be affected by high doses.
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.