Name of Drug ASCORBIC ACID (Vitamin C)

Classification

Action Water soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties; stimulates collagen formation and enhances tissue repair

Contraindications >prolonged use of excessive doses contraindicated in diabetes mellitus, sodium-restricted diet, concurrent anticoagulant use, and history of recurrent renal calculi >use cautiously in hypersensitivity to tartrazine or sulfites (if product contains these compounds), before tests for occult blood in the stool, and in breastfeeding patients. Dont exceed recommended amount in pregnant patients >avoid rapid IV infusion

Adverse Effect Transient mild soreness at IM or subcutaneous injection site; transient lightheadedness or dizziness(with rapid IV administration), Urine acidification that may lead to crystalluria

Nursing Resposibility >May give without regard to food. >Assess for clinical improvement (improved sense of well-being and sleep patterns). >Observe for reversal of deficiency symptoms (gingivitis, bleeding gums, poor wound healing, digestive difficulties, joint pain).