Vitamin C powder. Price, instructions for use, reviews

Vitamin C is a drugwidely used in medical practice. The powder has a high therapeutic effect and has an affordable cost.

Indications for use

The drug has an extensive list of recommendations for use and can be used both as an independent treatment tool and as part of a complex therapy.

Indications (for systemic use):

• deficiency of vitamin C in the body;
• prophylactic use - vitamin replenishment during the period of growth, during carrying a child and feeding a child, with overwork or excessive physical exertion, as well as during the rehabilitation period after suffering heavy diseases;
• infectious pathologies - as a prophylaxis.

Indications (for topical use):

• vaginitis (chronic and recurrent forms of the disease);
• restoration of the microflora of the vagina.

Treatment with the drug is carried out only with an established diagnosis, since otherwise hypervitaminosis may develop.

Compound

The active component of the agent is ascorbic acid, a substance with pronounced anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

In what form is it produced

This medication is produced as a powder for local or systemic use. The mass is miniature crystals or crystalline powder and is white or almost white in color.

The cost of the product depends on the form being produced, as well as the area of ​​its sale:

Region / region	Form / dosage	Price
Moscow, Moscow region	Powder, 2.5 g	2-990 rub.
St. Petersburg	Powder, 2.5 g	RUB 3-881
Leningrad region	Tablets, 50 mg	15-30 rubles.
Novgorod region	Dragee, 50 mg	RUB 14-103

The powder is contained in paper or ceflen sachets of 2.5 g.

Pharmacodynamics

Vitamin C in powder (the price of other dosage forms of the drug may differ significantly) has an identical pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic effect as other types of the drug.

The active substance of the drug takes part in the production of collagen, helps to strengthen bone tissue and teeth, and also improves the condition of capillaries and blood vessels. It participates in redox processes and is responsible for metabolic reactions with tyrosine.

Additional action of the drug:

• takes part in the processes responsible for the conversion of folic acid into folinic acid;
• responsible for metabolic reactions associated with the conversion of carbohydrates or iron;
• improves the synthesis of proteins and lipids;
• saturates cells with oxygen;
• improves the synthesis of sex hormones;
• reduces the body's need for the following substances: thiamine, riboflavin, folic and pantothenic acids;
• increases the body's resistance to various infectious diseases;
• improves the absorption of iron;
• shows high antioxidant properties.

When the drug is injected into the vagina, the drug helps to reduce and normalize the acidity level, suppress the growth of pathogenic microflora and maintain the normal flora of the vagina.

Pharmcokinetics

When taken orally, the components of the agent are completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. In this case, the drug is distributed to all organs and tissues of the body.

The concentration of the active substance is about 10-20 μg / ml.

The content of the active component is higher in leukocytes and platelets than in erythrocytes. In this case, the assessment of the effectiveness of the drug is assessed by the content of the drug in leukocytes, and not in plasma. The relationship with proteins is about 25%.

The powder undergoes metabolic reactions in the body and breaks down into several metabolites. The agent is excreted from the body along with urine. The elimination process is accelerated when a daily dosage of more than 2 g is consumed.

Application

Vitamin C powder (the price of the product is in the budget segment) is intended for both local and systemic administration.

For children under 18

The powder can be used in pediatric practice, including newborns. As a treatment for various diseases, 2.5 g per day are prescribed, divided into equal portions.

For prophylactic use associated with a lack of vitamin C, it is recommended to take 25-75 mg per day. The duration of therapy is determined individually.

For adults

Adults are prescribed 2.5 g or more per day. In this case, the dosage must be divided into several equal parts. As a preventive treatment, it is recommended to use 25-75 mg of the drug per day.

The duration of the course is set by the treating specialist.

For pregnant

The drug can be used during pregnancy. In this case, exact adherence to dosages is required. In the 1st and 2nd trimesters, the recommended daily intake should not exceed 0.6 g per day. Higher doses can cause the fetus to develop ascorbic disease.

The drug can penetrate into breast milk, therefore, the minimum dosage for feeding should be 0.8 g per day. The duration of admission is set individually.

For the elderly

The powder can be used in old age. No dosage adjustment is required. Treatment of deficiency conditions: 2.5 g per day, divided into several equal portions.

Prevention: 25 to 75 mg per day.

The duration of therapy is established by the treating specialist.

Contraindications

Vitamin C (the cost of the product is available for most patients) is contraindicated in case of intolerance to the active substance that is part of the powder.

Overdose

If the daily dosage is exceeded, negative reactions may develop.

Overdose symptoms:

• headaches;
• sleep disturbance (insomnia);
• dyspeptic disorders - nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
• increased excitability of the nervous system;
• the formation of ulcers in the area of ​​the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract;
• gastritis, accompanied by excessive formation of gastric secretions;
• an increase in blood pressure;
• functional disorders of the insular department;
• oxalosis;
• the formation of kidney stones;
• disturbances in the work of the glomerular part of the renal system;
• frequent urge to urinate;
• decreased capillary permeability;
• damage in the area of ​​small blood vessels.

Also, against the background of an overdose, there are changes in laboratory parameters - an increase in prothrombin time, the development secondary thrombocythemia, a decrease in the number of red blood cells, an abnormally high level of white blood cells, a decrease in the concentration of potassium in blood.

With the development of these signs, it is necessary to stop further use of the drug and contact a specialist for the appointment of symptomatic therapy.

Side effects

In rare cases, the drug can lead to the development of negative reactions associated with violation of the rules of use or individual characteristics of the body.

Adverse reactions:

• Disturbances in the central nervous system: headaches, disturbed sleep rhythms (insomnia), fatigue.
• Malfunctions of the digestive system: nausea and vomiting, the development of cramps in the stomach.
• Signs of allergy: skin manifestations and disorders in the area of ​​the respiratory organs (in isolated cases).
• Disorders in the area of ​​the urinary system: the formation of kidney stones, oxalosis.
• Local reactions: a burning sensation or itching in the vaginal area (with local use), the presence of profuse discharge, the formation of swelling in the vulva, redness.

In some cases, patients experienced a feeling of heat. If side effects occur, including unreported reactions, you should consult a specialist for advice.

Special recommendations

Extremely careful application of the powder is required in some patient groups.

Thus, the drug should be used only under medical supervision in the following cases:

• functional disorders of the kidneys;
• oxalate nephropathy (oxalosis);
• suspicion of urolithiasis.

Since the vitamin is able to enhance the absorption of iron, it must be prescribed with extreme caution in patients with the following disorders:

• the presence of hemochromatosis;
• Cooley's anemia;
• a chronically high number of red blood cells;
• blood cancer;
• anemic disorders (sideroblastic forms).

Patients with an increased amount of iron in the blood need to be treated with the drug in minimal doses. If the daily dosage is exceeded, it can lead to relapses of some forms of anemia (mainly sickle-cell type of the disease).

With prolonged use of the vitamin, systematic monitoring of blood functions is required, since data on the effect of the powder on the course of diabetes mellitus are contradictory.

It is assumed that prolonged use of the drug can lead to an exacerbated course of some forms of neoplasms. Therefore, high caution is recommended.

The absorption rate of the powder is reduced by its simultaneous application with fresh fruits and vegetables, vegetable juices or liquids containing alkalis.

Ascorbic acid does not have a negative effect on the human psyche, therefore it is allowed to drive a car or carry out other work that requires high psychomotor functions.

Drug interactions

Vitamin C in powder (the price of the drug is not a criterion for its effectiveness) should be taken with extreme caution with some other medicines. The simultaneous use of the powder with barbiturates or primidone can lead to the rapid elimination of the components of the main agent.

The level of the active substance in the blood decreases with the simultaneous use of the vitamin and oral contraceptives. When the drug is combined with preparations containing iron, the absorbing capacity of the second group of drugs is enhanced.

The rate of absorption of the drug is reduced by about 1/3 when taken simultaneously with aspirin. The simultaneous use of the powder with warfarin can lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of the second medicine.

In patients undergoing treatment with deferoxamine, the excretion of iron from the body increases. When taking a vitamin in a dosage of more than 5 g, depression of the functions of the left ventricle is noted. The introduction of the drug increases with its simultaneous use with tetracycline.

The level of active substances of fluphenazine may decrease when the powder is taken in a dosage of 5 g 2 times a day. An increase in the level of ethinyl estradiol may increase when it is used as contraception as part of a complex treatment.

Storage conditions and periods

• The powder must be stored in a dark and clean place at temperatures up to 25 ⁰C.
• Expiration date - 3 years from the production date marked on the package.
• Do not use after the expiration date.

Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies

The product is dispensed without a prescription.

Analogs

Vitamin C in powder (the price of similar drugs may differ significantly from the original product) can be replaced with products similar in effect only with the permission of the attending specialist.

Celascon

This medication is produced in Slovakia in the form of oral capsules. The active ingredient is ascorbic acid. Generic belongs to the group of vitamin-like drugs and has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. The substitute has a similar effect and therapeutic effect.

Indications:

• deficiency of vitamin C in the body - as a treatment and prevention;
• overwork, growth period, pregnancy and feeding, previous infectious diseases - to replenish vitamin deficiency;
• risks of infectious pathologies.

The capsules can also be used in gynecological practice for vaginitis. The medicine can be prescribed in childhood, as well as during gestation and breastfeeding.

The analogue and the main agent have an identical regimen and contraindications. The effectiveness of both drugs is the same, however, vitamin C in powder form is more often prescribed, since it is more convenient to use and has a much lower cost.

The substitute is dispensed without a prescription. The cost of a medicine in pharmacies in Moscow and the Moscow region ranges from 70 to 175 rubles.

Ascorbic acid (dragee)

This tool is produced in the form of a pill, the active ingredient of which is the substance of the same name - ascorbic acid. The drug has high anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties and is prescribed for various disorders associated with a lack of vitamin C.

Both remedies have similar recommendations for the appointment, however, the substitute has a wider application.

Indications:

• lack of vitamin in the body;
• conditions caused by the need for vitamin C;
• feeding period, including artificial feeding;
• various overloads - mental, physical, psycho-emotional;
• alcohol addiction;
• burn conditions;
• previous infections;
• fever due to respiratory illness;
• tobacco smoking;
• stress;
• period of bearing the child;
• postoperative period;
• poisoning with preparations containing iron;
• high content of methemoglobin.

Dragees have a more extensive list of restrictions and contraindications.

Reception scheme: 1-2 pills from 3 to 5 times a day. The duration of use is set individually. The way of selling the generic is over-the-counter. The cost of dragees in pharmacies in Russia ranges from 15 to 105 rubles.

Ascovit

This medication is available in effervescent tablet form. Their main ingredient is ascorbic acid. The medication has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect. Both drugs have identical recommendations for use and contraindications.

The analogue and the main drug have similar therapeutic effects and efficacy. However, in most cases, vitamin C is prescribed in powder form because it has a lower cost and an identical mechanism of action.

Treatment regimen: for prophylaxis - 25-75 mg per day; for treatment - 2.5 g per day, divided into equal portions. The duration of therapy is set by the treating specialist.

Dosages in childhood are developed by the treating specialist according to the age of the child and his condition. The substitute is recommended to be taken while carrying or nursing a child, since patient reviews claim a milder effect of the drug. Terms of sale - without a prescription.

The cost of tablets in regional and regional pharmacies in Russia varies from 180 to 500 rubles.

Before using the powder or its analogs, it is recommended that you first consult with your doctor and study the instructions for their use. You can find out the exact cost and purchase vitamin C at any pharmacy located in your place of residence.

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