Vitamin C With Rose Hips - Side Effects, Interactions, Uses, Dosage, Warnings

Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)

Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)

Ascorbic acid is used to treat and prevent vitamin C deficiency, including scurvy (a condition caused by severe vitamin C deficiency).

Ascorbic acid is also used to support antioxidant activity, healthy tissues and skin, energy storage, heart health, and the immune system.

Ascorbic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

uses

What is Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral) used for?

  • Dietary Supplement
  • Urinary Acidification
  • Scurvy

warnings

What is the most important information I should know about Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)?

You should not use ascorbic acid if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have or have ever had:

  • diabetes;
  • any type of cancer;
  • a planned surgery or any other medical procedure;
  • taken any other medication or have any medical condition;
  • if you are on a low-salt or salt-free diet;
  • if you smoke or chew tobacco;
  • if you drink alcohol;
  • a genetic enzyme deficiency called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency; or
  • kidney disease or kidney stones.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

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Side Effects

What are the side effects of Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)?

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • kidney problems--swelling, blood in your urine, painful or difficult urination, pain in your side or lower back, feeling tired or short of breath.

Common side effects may include:

  • difficult or painful swallowing;
  • headache, heartburn; or
  • nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Can I take Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Interactions

What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Dosage Guidelines & Tips

How to take Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)?

Use Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger amounts, or for longer than recommended.

The recommended daily dose of ascorbic acid changes with age. Follow your healthcare provider's instructions. You may also consult the Office of Dietary Supplements of the NIH, or the USDA Nutrient Database of recommended daily allowances for more information.

Take with a full glass of water.

You must chew the chewable tablet before you swallow it.

Swallow the extended-release capsule whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.

Measure liquid medicine with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).

Read and carefully follow the instructions for mixing and taking the oral powder.

Mix and stir the oral powder with 8 ounces of a glass of water or juice, or add it to smoothies and drink this mixture right away. Do not store the mixture for later use.

Remove an orally disintegrating tablet from the package with dry hands only when you are ready to use the medicine. Allow the orally disintegrating tablet to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.

This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using ascorbic acid.

Store tightly closed at room temperature, away from moisture and heat.

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

Overdose Signs

What happens if I overdose on Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral)?

If you think you or someone else may have overdosed on: Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral),  call your doctor or the Poison Control center
(800) 222-1222
If someone collapses or isn't breathing after taking Vitamin C With Rose Hips (Oral), call 911
911

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Color: brown

Shape: capsule

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LCI 1353, 2

Color: white

Shape: round

Imprint: LCI 1353, 2

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