ascovar injection

4.5 (18 reviews)

Vitamin C (250mg)

🏭 Varenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is ascovar injection used for?

Aquasol C Oral Drops (Vitamin C) is used to treat VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS. It contains Vitamin C (250mg), which Acts as a cofactor for hydroxylation reactions in collagen synthesis, carnitine . Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Vitamin C
Manufacturer: Varenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: A
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 ascovar injection Uses & Benefits

Treatment and prevention of scurvy, vitamin C deficiency, wound healing, common cold (prophylaxis).

Off-label uses: Adjunctive therapy for cancer, cardiovascular disease, age-related macular degeneration.

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Vitamin C
Brand Name	Aquasol C Oral Drops
Manufacturer	Varenyam Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class	Vitamins
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at room temperature (20-25°C), protect from light and moisture.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionReadily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract via active transport and passive diffusion.

DistributionWidely distributed into body tissues; highest concentrations in leukocytes, adrenal glands, pituitary gland, and brain.

Protein BindingApproximately 25% bound to plasma proteins.

MetabolismPartially metabolized in the liver to inactive metabolites (oxalic acid, ascorbate-2-sulfate).

Half-LifeVariable; approximately 10-20 hours, increases with higher doses.

ExcretionRenal excretion of unchanged drug and metabolites; dose-dependent tubular reabsorption.

BioavailabilityApproximately 70-90% at moderate doses; decreases with high doses.

Onset of ActionRapid; within 1-2 hours.

Peak Plasma Time2-3 hours after oral administration.

Duration of ActionSeveral hours; depends on dose and body stores.

How It Works

Acts as a cofactor for hydroxylation reactions in collagen synthesis, carnitine synthesis, neurotransmitter synthesis, and as an antioxidant.

Mechanism Steps

1Acts as a cofactor for prolyl and lysyl hydroxylases in collagen synthesis.

2Participates in carnitine biosynthesis by acting as a cofactor for trimethyllysine hydroxylase.

3Involved in neurotransmitter synthesis (dopamine beta-hydroxylase).

💡 How to Take ascovar injection

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of ascovar injection

✅ Common Side Effects

Diarrhea
Nausea
Abdominal cramps
Heartburn

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Kidney stones (with high doses)
Hemolysis in G6PD deficiency

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Allergic reactions
Iron overload in predisposed individuals

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Warfarin	Major	High doses may decrease warfarin effect.
Estrogens	Major	May increase estrogen levels.
Fluphenazine	Major	May decrease fluphenazine levels.
Aspirin	Moderate	May increase aspirin levels.
Indinavir	Moderate	May decrease indinavir levels.
Iron supplements	Minor	Enhances iron absorption.

🚨 Major Interactions

Warfarin
Estrogens
Fluphenazine

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Aspirin
Cholecystokinin
Indinavir

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Acetaminophen
Iron supplements
Aluminum hydroxide

🍽️ Food Interactions

None significant

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Alcohol may reduce vitamin C levels.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

History of oxalate kidney stones, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (high doses).

📊 Monitoring Parameters

None routine; monitor for signs of deficiency or toxicity.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Safe; excreted in breast milk but not harmful.

💊 Overdose Management

Generally benign; may cause diarrhea, nausea. Treatment is symptomatic.

⏰ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if almost time for next dose.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.