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ascorbic acid (vitamin C) Health Article
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Doctor-reviewed Information, Multum Drug Directory, 2006 |
What other drugs will affect ascorbic acid?
Talk to your doctor before taking ascorbic acid if you are taking any of the following medicines
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an estrogen such as Premarin, Ogen, Estratest, Vivelle, Climara, Estring, Estrace, and others;
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an oral birth control pill such as Alesse, Levlen, Ovral, Triphasil, Tri-Levlen, Lo-Ovral, and others; or
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warfarin (Coumadin).
You may not be able to take ascorbic acid, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.
It is not known whether other drugs will interact with ascorbic acid. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines or herbal/health supplements.
Where can I get more information?
Your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider may have more information about ascorbic acid.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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