Gyeongnam Vitamin C Tablet

Adult dose

As ascorbic acid, the usual dose is 500 to 1000 mg to be taken once a day or several times (divided doses). Take with a sufficient amount of water.

This medication should not be taken by individuals allergic to specific ingredients or those with oxalate stones, Mediterranean anemia, gout, cystinuria, or G6PD deficiency. In particular, those with oxalate stones in the kidneys should avoid high doses of 1 gram or more per day. While taking this medication, one should exercise caution as scurvy may occur in newborns if taken during pregnancy or in high doses, and excessive alcohol consumption and smoking should be avoided. This medication should be taken with sufficient water, and one should avoid lying down immediately after taking it to prevent esophagitis. Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, have kidney stones, or are taking oral anticoagulants or certain medications should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Smokers and chronic drinkers should also be careful. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, facial flushing, headache, or insomnia occur during use, immediately discontinue use and consult a professional. Overdosage may cause kidney stones or urinary acidification. This medication should be taken according to the prescribed method and dosage, and adult supervision is required when administered to children. If symptoms do not improve after taking for more than a month, consult a professional. Additionally, this medication may affect blood glucose test results, so please be aware. When storing, keep it out of reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. It is important not to transfer it to another container to prevent misuse or abuse.

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• heartburn
• facial flushing
• headache
• insomnia

Drug interactions

Patients taking oral anticoagulants (coumarin-based drugs), salicylates, aspirin, iron preparations, phenytoin, some antiepileptic drugs, oral contraceptives containing estrogen, tetracycline antibiotics, fluphenazine, or barbiturate derivatives, and corticosteroids should consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

Excessive alcohol consumption and smoking should be avoided.

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best stored at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White elongated tablets

Package unit

200 tablets ((10 tablets/PTP x 10) x 2), 300 tablets ((10 tablets/PTP x 10) x 3), 600 tablets ((10 tablets/PTP x 10) x 6)