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Indications/Uses
Ascorbic acid (as Sodium ascorbate) + Zinc (POTEN-CEE + ZN) Capsule is used for the prevention and treatment of Vitamin C and Zinc deficiencies.
Dosage/Direction for Use
Take 1 capsule daily or as prescribed by a physician.
Missed Dose: If a dose is missed, patient may take it as soon as the patient remembers. However, if it was remembered at a time that is already close to the next dose, just skip the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take two doses of the medicine at the same time.
Missed Dose: If a dose is missed, patient may take it as soon as the patient remembers. However, if it was remembered at a time that is already close to the next dose, just skip the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take two doses of the medicine at the same time.
Overdosage
Signs and Symptoms of Overdose: Vitamin C: If a patient takes too much Ascorbic acid, the patient may experience signs and symptoms of toxicity like nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, flushing of the face, headache, fatigue and disturbed sleep.
Zinc: Rare occurrences of acute Zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high Zinc dose (4-8 g) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste and lethargy (sleepiness).
Treatment: If a patient has taken more than the recommended dosage of this medicine and is experiencing adverse symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
Zinc: Rare occurrences of acute Zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high Zinc dose (4-8 g) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste and lethargy (sleepiness).
Treatment: If a patient has taken more than the recommended dosage of this medicine and is experiencing adverse symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Do not take this medicine if patient is hypersensitive to Ascorbic acid, Zinc or any component of the product.
Special Precautions
Consult the doctor before taking this medicine if the patient has hyperoxaluria (an excessive excretion of oxalate in the urine) or a condition known as glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.
Inform the physician before use if the patient is on a sodium restricted diet.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult the physician if any adverse effects occur.
When to Consult a Doctor: If symptoms persist or worsen after a few days of taking this medicine, or if the patient is experiencing an adverse reaction to this medicine, it would be best to consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Inform the physician before use if the patient is on a sodium restricted diet.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult the physician if any adverse effects occur.
When to Consult a Doctor: If symptoms persist or worsen after a few days of taking this medicine, or if the patient is experiencing an adverse reaction to this medicine, it would be best to consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Use In Pregnancy & Lactation
For women who take high doses of Vitamin C during pregnancy, babies may develop "rebound scurvy" after birth and require immediate Vitamin C supplementation.
Adverse Reactions
Vitamin C: Vitamin C toxicity is very rare, because the body cannot store the vitamin and immediately excretes it in urine. However, if patient takes amounts greater than 2,000 mg/day the patient may experience stomach upset and diarrhea. The daily use of high doses may lead to the formation of oxalate stones in the kidneys. Patient may also experience disturbed water and electrolyte balance in the body, increased hemolysis (breaking-up of red blood cells), increased calcium in the kidneys and suppression of cobalamin (Vitamin B12) activity. If a patient has a condition called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, taking too much Vitamin C can cause hemolysis which may cause the patient to feel tired, or dizzy, or even cause a patient to be anemic. In some rare cases, patient may experience painful urination or pink/bloody urine. If any of these effects persist, tell the doctor immediately. For women who take high doses of Vitamin C during pregnancy, babies may develop "rebound scurvy" after birth and require immediate Vitamin C supplementation.
Zinc: Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting are seen with doses of elemental Zinc greater than 40 mg.
Zinc: Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting are seen with doses of elemental Zinc greater than 40 mg.
Drug Interactions
Vitamin C: Concurrent intake of more than 200 mg of Ascorbic acid per 300 mg of elemental iron would increase absorption of iron from the intestines. Increased urinary excretion of Ascorbic acid and decreased excretion of aspirin occur when these drugs are taken together. Taking Ascorbic acid with paracetamol can prolong the presence of paracetamol in the blood. Ascorbic acid is not compatible in solution with drugs like aminophylline, bleomycin, erythromycin, lactobionate, nafcillin, sodium nitrofurantoin, conjugated estrogens, sodium bicarbonate, sulfafurazole, diethanolamine, chloramphenicol sodium succinate, chlorothiazide sodium and hydrocortisone sodium succinate. Ascorbic acid has also been reported to interfere with blood-thinning treatments. Consult a doctor for advice before taking Ascorbic acid if patient is taking any of the previously mentioned medications.
Zinc: Zinc is known to have medicinal interactions with certain class of antimicrobials like cephalosporins, beta-lactam antibiotics, tetracyclines, antiretroviral drugs like atazanavir, ritonavir, antineoplastic agents like cisplatin, antidiabetic drugs like glimepiride, glyburide, pioglitazone, insulin and potassium-sparing diuretics like amiloride. The presence of other medical problems like copper deficiency may make the condition worse. Discuss with a physician the use of this medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
Zinc: Zinc is known to have medicinal interactions with certain class of antimicrobials like cephalosporins, beta-lactam antibiotics, tetracyclines, antiretroviral drugs like atazanavir, ritonavir, antineoplastic agents like cisplatin, antidiabetic drugs like glimepiride, glyburide, pioglitazone, insulin and potassium-sparing diuretics like amiloride. The presence of other medical problems like copper deficiency may make the condition worse. Discuss with a physician the use of this medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.
Storage
Keep this medicine at temperatures not exceeding 30°C and protect it from heat and direct sunlight.
Action
This medicine contains Vitamin C and Zinc. Vitamin C and Zinc together help the body's natural defense against damaging free radicals (antioxidant effect) and boost immune function. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable chemicals generated during normal body activities that require oxygen (e.g., respiration, digestion, blood circulation, immune system response, increased physical activity, etc.) and after exposure to UV light, cigarette smoke and various pollutants. One major effect of Zinc is on the ability of cells to properly replicate their DNA, which is required for cells to multiply. Hence, Zinc is needed for normal growth, cell renewal and cell repair. Vitamin C and Zinc also function as cofactors of enzymes involved in collagen formation and synthesis. Collagen is an important protein that can be used by the body for growth and repair of tissues. It provides strength and elasticity to the skin and promotes faster wound healing.
MedsGo Class
Vitamins &/or Minerals
Features
Dosage
500 mg (equivalent to 562.43 mg Sodium Ascorbate) / 10.00 mg (equivalent to 70.00 mg Zinc Gluconate)
Ingredients
- Ascorbic Acid
- Zinc
Packaging
Capsule 100's
Generic Name
Ascorbic Acid / Zinc
Registration Number
DR-XY47176
Classification
Over-The-Counter (OTC)
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