What is Sodium Ascorbate Solution used for?

Sodium Ascorbate Solution is an injectible form of Ascorbic Acid or Vitamin C. It is indicated in the prevention or treatment of low levels of vitamin C in cases where oral dosages are insufficient. Vitamin C plays an important role in many body systems. Low levels of vitamin C can result in symptoms such as rash, muscle weakness, joint pain, tiredness, or tooth loss. High doses of ascorbic acid such as Sodium Ascorbate Solution can also be used for other conditions and has recently gained attention as a cancer drug.

How should I use Sodium Ascorbate Solution?

Sodium Ascorbate comes as a solution for injection or infusion. Each vial contains 30g of Sodium Ascorbate in water. Individual dosages will vary according to the condition being treated and the treatment response. Follow all dosing instructions provided when your doctor prescribed this medicine, including how much sodium ascorbate to take, when to take sodium ascorbate and how to take sodium ascorbate. Injections are usually performed by medical staff in a clinical environment. If being given at home, ensure the person giving the injection has received instructions on how to safely perform injections.

What are the side effects of Sodium Ascorbate Solution?

In rare cases, people can have an allergic reaction to sodium ascorbate. Tell your doctor right away if you experience any of these side effects:

• shortness of breath, troubled breathing, tightness of chest, wheezing
• reddened skin
• fever
• general weakness or discomfort
• skin rash or itching
• nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or abdominal pain
• headache or dizziness

Also tell your doctor immediately if you experience painful urination or pink or bloody urine.

Other side effects you may notice can include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps/pain, or heartburn. If these persist or become troublesome for you, contact your doctor or seek medical advise as soon as possible.

Please Note

Before starting treatment with sodium ascorbate your doctor mustt be made aware of any allergies you have, any medicines you are currently taking, and any medical conditions you have.

Sodium Ascorbate is contraindicated in patients with kidney disease (including kidney stones), and may not be suitable for use in patients with G6PD deficiency. Check with your doctor if you have either of these conditions.

Sodium ascorbate at low dosages is safe during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Higher dosages may not be safe to take. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, check with your doctor.can have greater risk. Vitamin C is also passed through the breastmilk. While this causes no problems at lower dosages, it may cause problems at higher dosages. Discuss this with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Sodium ascorbate can prevent some medicines from working as intended, while others can reduce the ffectiveness of sodium ascorbate. Medicines that interact with sodium ascorbate include:

• alcohol
• amphetamine or other anti-depressants
• aspirin
• barbiturates, primidone, or any other sedatives
• desferrioxamine
• dicoumarol
• ethinyloestradiol
• fluphenazine
• iron Oral Supplements
• isoprenaline
• mexiletine
• warfarin