Vitamin C Tablets

GENERIC NAME: ASCORBIC ACID (a-SKOR-bik AS-id) or VITAMIN C (VYE-ta-min C)

COMMON USES: This medicine is a vitamin used to treat or prevent low levels of Vitamin C. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

HOW TO USE THIS MEDICINE: Follow the directions for using this medicine provided by your doctor or on the package. TAKE THIS MEDICINE WITH A FULL GLASS (8 oz./240 ml) OF WATER. DO NOT lie down for 30 minutes after taking this medicine. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light. IF YOU MISS TAKING A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE for 1 or more days, there is no cause for concern. If your doctor recommended that you take it, try to remember your dose every day.

CAUTIONS: DO NOT TAKE large doses of vitamins (megadoses or megavitamin therapy) unless directed to by your doctor. IF YOU HAVE DIABETES, this medicine may cause false test results with some urine glucose tests. Check with your doctor before adjusting the dose of your diabetes medicine or changing your diet. This medicine may cause false test results with kits used to check for blood in the stool. Check with your doctor if you are taking this medicine when using the test kit. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE false results with some in-home test kits for blood cholesterol. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking this medicine and need to check your blood cholesterol at home.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS: NO COMMON SIDE EFFECTS HAVE BEEN REPORTED with the proper use of this medicine. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience any symptoms of kidney stones (e.g., abdominal/back pain, painful urination). If you notice any unusual effects, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your healthcare provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE: INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.

The information in this monograph is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions, or adverse effects. This information is generalized and is not intended as specific medical advice. If you have questions about the medicines you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.