You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to ascorbic acid (vitamin C)
Uses:
Tablet, Chewable Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Long Acting Capsule, Liquid
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often. Always follow the dose instructions on the label if you take this medicine in over-the-counter form.
May be taken with or without food.
Swallow the tablet or capsule whole, do not chew or crush.
Chew the chewable tablet and swallow.
Carefully measure the oral liquid using a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup, or with the dropper that comes with the medicine. This medicine may either be mixed with foods such as cereal and fruit juice, or be dropped into the mouth.
If a dose is missed:
Try not to miss any doses; however, it is usually not a problem if you miss one or two doses.
Storage:
Store at room temperature in a closed container away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not freeze.
Keep all medicine away from children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking a blood thinner, such as Coumadin®.
Warnings:
Check with your doctor before taking vitamin C if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any medical problems.
Ascorbic acid may interfere with tests that measure sugar in the urine of patients with diabetes.
