Zu-C 500 Tablet

Composition of Zu-C 500 Tablet

Zu-C 500 Tablet contains Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 500 mg tablet. It belongs to the Water-soluble vitamin (Ascorbic acid) class of medicines.

Uses of Zu-C 500 Tablet

• Prevention and treatment of vitamin C deficiency (scurvy)
• dietary supplementation during increased requirement (poor diet
• illness
• recovery)
• supports immune function and wound healing

Key benefits

• Helps prevent/treat vitamin C deficiency
• Supports immunity
• Aids collagen formation and wound healing
• Improves iron absorption
• Antioxidant protection

How Zu-C 500 Tablet works

Ascorbic acid is an essential water‑soluble vitamin and antioxidant. It is required for collagen synthesis and tissue repair, enhances iron absorption from the gut, and helps protect cells from oxidative damage.

How to take Zu-C 500 Tablet

Take by mouth as advised by the physician. Commonly 1 tablet once daily (or as directed), preferably after food to reduce gastric irritation; swallow with water. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, stomach pain and, with some minerals, damage over the longer term. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Zu-C 500 Tablet

Most side effects of Zu-C are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Nausea
• stomach upset
• heartburn
• abdominal cramps
• diarrhea
• headache

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zu-C 500 Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in patients with history of kidney stones, severe renal impairment, or hemochromatosis/thalassemia (may increase iron absorption). High doses or prolonged use can increase risk of oxalate kidney stones and may interfere with some lab tests (e.g., glucose, stool occult blood). If pregnant, breastfeeding, or on long-term medicines, consult a doctor before use.

Do not take Zu-C if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Iron supplements (increases iron absorption), aluminum-containing antacids (may increase aluminum absorption), warfarin (high doses may affect anticoagulant effect), certain chemotherapy agents (antioxidant use should be discussed with oncologist)

How to store Zu-C 500 Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Zu-C 500 Tablet

Take it with food to reduce nausea. A varied diet remains the best source of these nutrients.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Vitamin / Nutritional supplement

Drug class:

Water-soluble vitamin (Ascorbic acid)