Ascorbic acid deficiency if oral administration is contraindicated.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Adult 100-200 mg once or twice daily for several days. Severe cases 1,000-2,000 mg daily. May give by IV, IM or SC.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity.
Special Precautions
Increased levels of oxalic acid in the urine & possible deposition of Ca oxalate in the kidneys & a sickle cell crisis in large doses. Patients w/ G6PD deficiency, hemochromatosis, thalassemia, polycythemia, leukemia or sideroblastic anemia. Pain & thrombophlebitis (rare). Impaired kidney function &/or patients w/ history of kidney stones.
Adverse Reactions
Tiredness, headache, insomnia, hot flushes, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps. Temporary pain & swelling at the inj site IM/SC. Dizziness & fainting (rapid IV administration). Diarrhea in large doses (>600 mg).
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