Ulvice Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Ascorbic acid

Indications/Uses

Vit C deficiency.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 100-200 mg 1-2 times daily for several days. Severe cases 1,000-2,000 mg daily IM, IV or SC.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Large doses can lead to increased level of oxalic acid in the urine & may occur Ca oxalate deposition in the kidney & even sickle-cell crisis. History of renal failure or kidney stone, G6PD deficiency; excess Fe, hemochromatosis, thalassemia, polyerythema, leukemia, sideroblastic anemia. Pregnancy & lactation.

Adverse Reactions

Tiredness, headache, insomnia, redness, heat on the face & neck, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, rapid IV admin may cause temporary dizziness & fainting.

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Drug Interactions

Reduced anticoagulant effect w/ anticoagulants. Decreased effect & increased level of aspirin in the blood (up to toxic levels) w/ aspirin. Prolonged barbiturate effect. Increased risk of pregnancy w/ birth control pills. Induced tissue desaturation of ascorbic acid w/ aspirin, nicotine, alcohol, appetite suppressants, Fe, phenytoin, anticonvulsants, estrogen & OC & tetracycline.

MIMS Class

Vitamin C

ATC Classification

A11GA01 - ascorbic acid (vit C) ; Belongs to the class of ascorbic acid (vitamin C). Used as dietary supplements.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Ulvice inj 1000 mg/5 mL

Packing/Price

10's (Rp250,000/ampul)

Ulvice

ascorbic acid

Manufacturer:

Landson