Vitamin C
- Generic Name
- Vitamin C
- Brand Names
- Ascor, Citranatal B-calm Kit, Concept Ob, Ferralet 90, Hematogen, Infuvite, Infuvite Pediatric, Moviprep, Mvc-fluoride, Mvi Pediatric, Natafort, Plenvu, Pregvit, Vitafol-one
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C6H8O6
- CAS Number
- 50-81-7
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- PQ6CK8PD0R
- Background
A six carbon compound related to glucose. It is found naturally in citrus fruits and many vegetables. Ascorbic acid is an essential nutrient in human diets, and necessary to maintain connective tissue and bone. Its biologically active form, vitamin C, functions as a reducing agent and coenzyme in several metabolic pathways. Vitamin C is considered an antioxi...
- Indication
Used to treat vitamin C deficiency, scurvy, delayed wound and bone healing, urine acidification, and in general as an antioxidant. It has also been suggested to be an effective antiviral agent.
- Associated Conditions
- Common Cold, Deficiency, Vitamin A, Deficiency, Vitamin D, Fever, Flu caused by Influenza, Folate deficiency, Iron Deficiency (ID), Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA), Oral bacterial infection, Scurvy, Vitamin C Deficiency, Vitamin Deficiency
- Associated Therapies
- Nutritional supplementation, Vitamin supplementation
FDA Approves McGuff Pharmaceuticals Facility In Santa Ana, CA
McGuff Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (MPI) received FDA approval for its 86,000-sq.-ft. sterile fill-and-finish facility in Santa Ana, CA, opening new CMO/CDMO opportunities. The facility offers end-to-end drug development and manufacturing services, including formulation, stability, regulatory compliance, and clinical trials. MPI plans to boost production of its FDA-approved Ascorbic Acid Injection (vitamin C injection) to meet global demand.
SmartyPants Vitamins Launches Science-Backed Immunity Gummy Supplement For Kids
SmartyPants Vitamins launches Kids Triple Action Immunity gummies, containing 67% more nutrients than leading kids immunity gummies, with Vitamin C, D, and Zinc, plus ElderCraft® for antioxidant support. The product is a Clean Label Project® Purity Award Winner, free from major allergens, GMOs, gluten, synthetic colors, and certified vegetarian.
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