Ascorbic Acid+zinc
About
Ascorbic Acid+zinc belongs to the class of 'nutritional supplements,' primarily used to boost immunity and helps the body fight against various infections. Ascorbic Acid+zinc also helps treat nutritional deficiency. Immunity is termed as the capability to resist a disease/an infection by preventing the development of harmful microorganisms or counteracting its effects. Nutritional deficiency occurs when the body is unable to absorb or get enough nutrients from food.
Ascorbic Acid+zinc is a combination of Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and Zinc. Ascorbic acid is a water-soluble vitamin and an antioxidant that prevents cell damage. It enhances iron absorption from foods and boosts immunity. Zinc is an essential trace element and mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. It is essential for vision, fighting against rhinoviruses (that cause the common cold), immune function, bone metabolism, taste, wound healing, insulin production, blood clotting, and thyroid function.
Your doctor will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. Ascorbic Acid+zinc is likely safe to consume. In some cases, it may cause side effects like diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. These side effects are not common to everyone and usually do not require medical attention. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you use any suggested and non-suggested medications, including other vitamins, before starting Ascorbic Acid+zinc. Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Ascorbic Acid+zinc or other medicines. Brief your medical history to the doctor before starting Ascorbic Acid+zinc. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Ascorbic Acid+zinc. Ascorbic Acid+zinc should be used in children only when suggested by the doctor. It is advised to limit alcohol intake to get the maximum benefits of Ascorbic Acid+zinc.
Uses of Ascorbic Acid+zinc
Medicinal Benefits
Ascorbic Acid+zinc enhances the immune system to fight against various diseases and prevents nutritional deficiency. It is composed of Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and Zinc. Ascorbic acid is an antioxidant that prevents cell damage and boosts immunity. It prevents scurvy, a condition caused due to low Vitamin C levels in the body that causes anaemia, rashes, weakness, and fatigue. Zinc is a mineral that promotes the growth and development of body tissues. It is essential for vision, fighting against rhinoviruses (that cause the common cold), immune function, bone metabolism, taste, wound healing, insulin production, blood clotting, and thyroid function.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Ascorbic Acid+zinc
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you are allergic to Ascorbic Acid+zinc or its inactive components. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart/kidney/liver diseases before starting Ascorbic Acid+zinc. If you take antacids along with Ascorbic Acid+zinc, it is advised to take Ascorbic Acid+zinc two hours before or four hours after taking antacids since Vitamin C/Ascorbic acid may increase the absorption of aluminium from antacids. Also, Zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics and can reduce their effectiveness. Hence, it is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Ascorbic Acid+zinc and other antibiotics. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Ascorbic Acid+zinc. It is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Ascorbic Acid+zinc. Ascorbic Acid+zinc is safe to use in children when suggested by the doctor. Do not store Ascorbic Acid+zinc above 25°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Ascorbic Acid+zinc may interact with antacids, antibiotics (minocycline, tetracycline, demeclocycline, ciprofloxacin), antirheumatics (penicillamine), anti-cancer drugs (cisplatin), water pills (amiloride), antipsychotics (fluphenazine), HIV/AIDS medication (amprenavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir, saquinavir), cholesterol-lowering drugs (atorvastatin, fluvastatin), and anticoagulants (warfarin).
Drug-Food Interaction: It is advised to limit alcohol intake while using Ascorbic Acid+zinc.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Ascorbic Acid+zinc should be used with caution in heart, liver or kidney diseases. Please seek medical advice if you have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is advised to limit the alcohol intake while using Ascorbic Acid+zinc to avail the maximum benefits of the medicine.
Pregnancy
cautionDuring pregnancy, use this medicine only when advised by your doctor. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning to conceive before starting Ascorbic Acid+zinc.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is not known if Ascorbic Acid+zinc affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
safe if suggestedNo interactions were found or established.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking this medicine.
Kidney
cautionIt is advised to seek doctor advice before starting Ascorbic Acid+zinc if you have any kidney diseases.
Children
cautionAscorbic Acid+zinc should be used in children only when advised by the doctor. The doctor will prescribe the dosage of Ascorbic Acid+zinc based on the child's age and weight.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Follow a well-balanced diet.
- Include dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese or milk-based custard in your diet.
- Eat daily a serving of broccoli, cabbage, bok choy, spinach and other green leafy vegetables.
- Include zinc-rich sources like meat, shellfish, legumes, hemp seeds, nuts, eggs, dairy products, whole grains, potatoes, kale, and dark chocolate in your diet.
- Vitamin C foods like orange juice, broccoli, strawberries, melons, and bell peppers enhance iron absorption into the body.
Special Advise
Ascorbic Acid+zinc may interfere with lab tests. Hence, please let your doctor and the laboratory staff know that your use Ascorbic Acid+zinc before undergoing any medical examinations.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Weak immune system: A person with a weak immune system has a higher risk of developing infections frequently. Immunity is termed the capability to resist a disease/an infection by preventing the development of harmful microorganisms or counteracting its effects. People with a weak immune system are easily prone to various diseases like skin infections, pneumonia, autoimmune disorders, digestive issues, and anaemia. Treatment includes a well-balanced diet, regular exercise, nutritional supplements, and managing stress.
Nutritional deficiency: A nutritional deficiency occurs when the body does not absorb or get enough nutrients from food. This condition occurs when a person's nutrient intake is lesser than the body's recommended requirement. It can lead to various health problems like a weak immune system, skin problems, digestion problems, defective bone growth, and neurological diseases.
FAQs
Ascorbic Acid+zinc is a dietary supplement that strengthens the immune system and treats nutritional deficiency. It consists of Ascorbic acid and Zinc. When you lack these components in your body, which cannot be recovered even with the food sources, Ascorbic Acid+zinc helps in normalising these deficient levels.
Zinc deficiency is caused when you don't have enough zinc levels in your body. You can include natural zinc sources like meat, shellfish, legumes, hemp seeds, nuts, eggs, dairy products, whole grains, potatoes, kale, and dark chocolate in your diet for treating zinc deficiency. If you still have low levels of zinc, please consult your doctor for zinc supplements.
Zinc in Ascorbic Acid+zinc may decrease the absorption of antibiotics, thereby reducing their effectiveness. It is advised to maintain at least an hour gap between Ascorbic Acid+zinc and other antibiotics.
Vitamin C/Ascorbic acid may increase the absorption of aluminium from antacids. Hence it is advised to take Ascorbic Acid+zinc two hours before or four hours after taking antacids.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and follow your usual dosage.
