Vitamin C Rotex Medica Ascorbic Acid 500mg

Adult dosage

As ascorbic acid, administer 50 to 1,000 mg per day divided into 1 to several subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intravenous injections. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

Care must be taken when cutting the glass container for injection to prevent glass fragments from mixing with the injection solution, which may lead to adverse reactions. Extra caution is necessary when using this medication in children and the elderly. This medication should not be administered to patients with allergies to its components, hyperoxaluria, Mediterranean anemia, gout, cystinuria, G6PD deficiency, or kidney stones, as it may have adverse effects on these patients. Common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal cramps, fatigue, flushing, headache, and insomnia. Taking more than 1 gram per day may increase the risk of diarrhea or kidney stones. Additionally, doses of 600 mg or more may induce diuretic effects. Excessive doses can lead to the accumulation of urates or oxalates in the body, potentially causing kidney stones. While this medication is usually taken orally, it should only be administered by injection in acute situations or when absorption via the small intestine is difficult, and oral administration is preferable when possible. This medication may interact with certain drugs. For example, it should be avoided in combination with salicylates, aspirin, nicotine, alcohol, iron supplements, some antiepileptics, oral contraceptives, and certain antibiotics, as it may alter their effects. During pregnancy, the effects on the fetus are not clearly understood, so it should only be administered if absolutely necessary and not exceeding 1 gram per day. While it is excreted in breast milk during breastfeeding, it is not considered harmful to the baby at standard doses. This medication can affect test results, potentially distorting urine tests or hematuria tests, so it is important to inform healthcare professionals. Excessive intake may result in diarrhea or kidney stones, so if symptoms appear, use should be discontinued immediately and treatment sought. There may be temporary pain at the injection site when injected, and only a minimal dose should be administered to avoid areas where nerves pass. Injecting too quickly may lead to dizziness or vascular pain, so it should be injected slowly. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored away from direct sunlight, and kept in a dry place. It should be stored in its original container to prevent misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

Hemolysis (possible in G6PD deficiency patients)

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• heartburn
• abdominal cramps
• fatigue
• flushing
• headache
• insomnia
• temporary mild injection site pain

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and light, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

Colorless to light yellow transparent liquid or colorless transparent ampoule injection

Package unit

Manufacturer packaging unit ×1 ampoule (5 milliliters)