BC-Up Injection (Ascorbic Acid)

Adult administration

As Ascorbic Acid, administer 50 to 1,000 mg daily, divided into one to several subcutaneous, intramuscular, or intravenous injections. Adjust according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used in specific patients. For example, individuals who are allergic to this medication or any of its components should not take it. Also, patients with oxalate nephropathy, Mediterranean anemia, gout, or cystinuria should not take this medication. Patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD deficiency) must be cautious, as high doses may cause hemolysis of red blood cells. Patients with oxalate stones in the kidneys should not take more than 1 gram per day. When taking this medication, side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal cramps, fatigue, flushing, headache, and insomnia may occur. Especially, taking more than 1 gram per day may acidify the urine, increasing the risk of diarrhea or kidney stones, and taking over 600 milligrams may lead to diuretic effects. G6PD deficiency patients are at risk of hemolysis and must exercise caution. Excessive intake may result in precipitation of oxalates, urates, or cystine in the urinary tract. This medication is usually taken orally, and injections are reserved for acute situations or when oral administration is not possible. This medication may interact with other drugs. For example, salicylates can interfere with the absorption of this medication, and taking it with aspirin, nicotine, alcohol, iron supplements, certain anticonvulsants, oral contraceptives, or some antibiotics can alter its effectiveness, so caution is warranted. High doses may decrease the effect of blood coagulation-controlling medications, and potential interactions may occur with certain psychiatric medications. During pregnancy, the effects on the fetus are unclear, so it should only be taken when necessary, especially avoiding doses greater than 1 gram per day. High doses may affect newborns, so caution is advised. This medication is also transmitted through breast milk but is known to pose no risk to infants at standard doses. While taking this medication, it may affect certain clinical test results, so it's advisable to inform the physician before tests. Overdosage may lead to diarrhea or kidney stones, requiring the discontinuation of use and appropriate treatment. When administered via injection, there may be pain at the injection site, and it is advisable to change the injection site and avoid areas where nerves are present. Intravenous injections should be administered slowly to reduce dizziness or phlebitis.

Serious side effects

Hemolysis (possible in G6PD deficiency patients)

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal cramps, fatigue, flushing, headache, insomnia, diuretic effects, temporary mild pain at the injection site, phlebitis, dizziness, fainting, blood reflux

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to pass through. Additionally, to maintain the efficacy of the medication, it should be stored at a refrigerated temperature between 2 to 8 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A brown vial containing a clear colorless or pale yellow injection solution

Package unit

20mL/vial x 10