Nutrivit C Tablet: Each tablet contains Ascorbic Acid BP 250 mg.
Nutrivit C ® (vitamin C) the water-soluble vitamin, is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and is widely distributed in the body tissues. It is believed to be involved in biological oxidations and reductions used in cellular respiration. It is essential for the synthesis of collagen and intracellular material. Vitamin C deficiency develops when the dietary intake is inadequate and when increased demand is not fulfilled. Deficiency leads to the development of well defined syndrome known as scurvy, which is characterized by capillary fragility, bleeding (especially from small blood vessels and the gums), anaemia, cartilage and bone lesions and slow healing of wounds.
Nutrivit ® C tablet: For the treatment of scurvy: 1-2 tablets daily; but dose may be increased depending on the severity of the condition. For the reduction of risk of stroke in the elderly: 1-2 tablets daily. In other cases: 1 tablet daily or as directed by the physician. Maximum safe dose is 2000 mg daily in divided doses. Nutrivit ® C syrup: 2 to 6 years - One teaspoon (5 ml) 7 to 12 years - Two teaspoons (10 ml) Once a day for supplementation and 2 to 4 times a day for therapeutic use or as prescribed by the physician. Nutrivit C paediatric drops: Below 3 months: 0.3 ml 3 to 12 months: 0.6 ml 1 to 2 years: 1.2 ml Once a day for supplementation and 2 to 4 times a day for therapeutic use or as prescribed by the physician.
High doses acidify urine, increasing renal reabsorption of acidic drugs (salicylates) and accelerating excretion of basic drugs (amphetamines, tricyclic antidepressants); interferes with blood glucose tests.
Ingestion of megadose (more than 1000 mg daily) of vitamin C during pregnancy has resulted in scurvy in neonates. Contraindicated for patients with hyperoxaluria. Vitamin C itself is a reactive substance in the redox system and can give rise to false positive reactions in certain analytical tests for glucose, uric acid, creatine.
Less Common: Diarrhea, abdominal bloating, iron over-absorption. Rare: Hyperoxaluria, hyperuricosuria, hemolysis (G6PD deficiency).
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Category A / C (High doses). Safe at recommended daily dietary intake (up to 85-120 mg); high doses (>5 g/day) reported to induce abortion. Lactation: Excreted in breast milk; safe at normal doses.
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Store below 25°C in a dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.