Vitamin C

Composition (Per Tablet):

Ascorbic Acid BP 250mg

What is it, and what is it used for?

Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) is an essential nutrient that acts as an antioxidant and is also an important cofactor in some enzymatic reactions. Although we can get enough Vitamin C through a reasonably well balanced diet (with fruit and vegetables), there are some occasions where an individual's Vitamin C requirements may increase, e.g. those who are pregnant, smoke tobacco, or are under stress.

Vitamin C is considered a relatively “safe” supplement, even though the optimum dose of Vitamin C has been under much debate. It has been advised that “megadoses” (i.e. greater than 1000mg per day) of Vitamin C should be avoided.