1. WHAT IS VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g orange flavour, effervescent tablet AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic class
VITAMIN C
(A: digestive system and metabolism)
Therapeutic indications
This medicine is indicated in adults for:
treatmentofvitamin C deficiency (scurvy),
temporary states of fatigue.
2. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE TAKING VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet
List of information needed before taking the medicine
Not applicable.
Contraindications
Never take VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet in the following cases:
Hypersensitivity to any of the components.
Kidney stones.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Be careful with VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet:
Precautions for use
Because of a slightly stimulating effect, it is advisable not to take vitamin C at the end of the day.
In case of a salt-free diet, the sodium content of 0.283 g per tablet should be taken into account.
Physiological vitamin requirements are normally met by a varied diet.
IF IN DOUBT, DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE.
Interactions with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines:
TO AVOID POSSIBLE INTERACTIONS BETWEEN SEVERAL DRUGS, YOU MUST SYSTEMATICALLY INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST OF ANY OTHER TREATMENT IN PROGRESS.
When taken in high doses (more than 2 g/day), ascorbic acid may interfere with the following biological tests: creatinine and glucose measurements, blood and urine tests (glucose oxidase test for diabetes).
Interactions with food and drink
Not applicable.
Interactions with herbal products or alternative therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy - Lactation
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if necessary.
If you discover that you are pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor, as only he or she can decide whether it is necessary to continue the treatment.
The use of vitamin C should be avoided during breastfeeding.
IN GENERAL, DURING PREGNANCY OR BREASTFEEDING, ALWAYS ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST FOR ADVICE BEFORE USING ANY MEDICINE.
Sportsmen
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive and use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with a known effect
Notable excipientSodium.
3. HOW TO TAKE VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet
Instructions for proper use
Not applicable.
Dosage, Method and/or route(s) of administration, Frequency of administration and Duration of treatment
Dosage
RESERVED FOR ADULTS.
One tablet per day.
Method and route of administration
Oral administration.
The tablet should be dissolved in half a glass of water.
Symptoms and instructions in case of overdose
If you have taken more VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet than you should have:
In case of overdose or accidental poisoning, tell a doctor immediately.
Instructions in case of missed dose(s)
Not applicable.
Risk of withdrawal syndrome
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of side effects
Like all medicines, VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to them.
At high doses above 1 g/day, possibility of:
-digestive disorders(heartburn, diarrhea),
Urinarydisorders(discomfort in the emission of urine or red coloration of urine),
Hemolysis(destruction of red blood cells) in subjects with glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (lack of a red blood cell enzyme).
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any side effects become serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO USE VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Expiry date
Do not use VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g, effervescent tablet after the expiry date stated on the outer packaging.
Storage conditions
No special storage conditions.
If necessary, warnings against certain visible signs of deterioration
Medicines should not be disposed of down the drain or in the household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medicines. This will help to protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full list of active ingredients and excipients
What does VITAMIN C UPSA 1 g effervescent tablet contain?
The active substance is:
Ascorbic acid ....................................................................................................................... 1000.00 mg
For one effervescent tablet.
Sodium content: 283 mg per tablet
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