Vitamin C Injection

Short Description

Vitamin C Injection is a nutritional supplement used to treat vitamin C deficiency in the body.

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Vitamin C Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. You should not self-administer it at home. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough vitamin C in your diet. You should not take more or use it for longer than recommended. Vitamin C Injection is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause pain, redness, or swelling at the site of injection in some people. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know any other medicines you are taking. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin C or interact with it. It is important to ask advice from the doctor before you take any other vitamin supplements.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Side Effects

Pain Redness Swelling at the site of injection

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Vitamin C Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Vitamin C Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Vitamin C Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Orlistat Aspirin

Vitamin C Injection raises the level of vitamin C in your body thereby treating its deficiency (Scurvy).

Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking Vitamin C Injection. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Include vitamin C-rich foods in your diet like oranges, lemons, amla, tomato, etc. Consult your doctor for the recommended daily intake of vitamin C in the diet as too much can lead to vitamin C toxicity.