vitamin C (redirected from Vitamin C Overdose)

vitamin C

n.

See ascorbic acid.

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vitamin C,

n a water-soluble vitamin found in citrus fruits, cruciferous vegetables, leafy greens, peppers, and strawberries. Has been used to remedy deficiencies (including low levels caused by taking aspirin and birth control pills); to prevent and treat upper respiratory conditions; to prevent reflex sympathetic dystrophy, easy bruising, and skin aging; to treat high blood pressure and bedsores; and to improve behavior associated with autism. Caution in those prone to develop kidney stones, with kidney disease, excessive iron, deficient copper, or intestinal conditions and for patients taking warfarin and heparin. Caution is advised for children and pregnant or lactating women, for whom the maximum daily dose is 2000 mg. Also called
ascorbate.

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vitamin C

see ascorbic acid.

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vitamin C C-responsive dermatosis

scaling and hair loss occur in calves and piglets fed diets low in vitamin C. Serum levels of the vitamin are low and recovery follows supplementation.