Overview
Clinical Benefits
- Collagen synthesis (essential cofactor for prolyl/lysyl hydroxylase)
- Immune support
- Antioxidant
- Skin brightening (synergistic with glutathione)
- Anti-fatigue post-illness
Administration
IV drip preferred over push for high doses (>2g)
Drug class: vitamin cofactor
Clinical Dosing
Typical dosage
1-25g per session (range varies by goal)
Starting dose
1g (test dose)
Cadence
Weekly for 4-12 sessions
Full titration schedule
| Phase | Dose |
|---|---|
| Session 1 | 1g IV slow push to assess tolerance + check G6PD status |
| Sessions 2-4 | 5-10g IV drip |
| High-dose protocol (specialist-supervised) | 15-25g IV drip — requires G6PD clearance |
Safety Profile
Side effects
- • Vein irritation
- • Osmotic diuresis (frequent urination)
- • Risk of hemolysis in G6PD deficiency
- • Calcium oxalate kidney stone risk with chronic high doses
Contraindications
- • G6PD deficiency
- • Hemochromatosis
- • Severe renal impairment
- • Active oxalate kidney stones
Frequently asked questions
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid IV) is most commonly researched for: Collagen synthesis (essential cofactor for prolyl/lysyl hydroxylase), Immune support, Antioxidant, Skin brightening (synergistic with glutathione).
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