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For adults, the recommended daily allowance for ascorbic acid is 50-60 mg per day. 35 mg per day is recommended for infants while 40-45 mg per day for children. Patients undergoing dialysis also need nearly 500 mg of Vitamin C daily, the intake of Vitamin C must be increased during pregnancy and lactation, or if you smoke extensively to prevent Vitamin C deficiency, amounts in excess of this (but below 1, 000mg) are not known to cause harmful side-effects.

Vitamin C deficiency range from mild to severe, mild deficiency is indicated by the symptoms such as nose bleeding, weakness, swollen gums and lassitude. Deficiency over a long period of time can lead to various infections, male infertility, birth defects, slower wound-healing, joint and muscle aches, and a rash on the legs. Severe Vitamin C deficiency can cause scurvy.

It can be prevented through proper and balanced intake of ascorbic acid in the diet. Medicines may also be taken directly through injections. Vitamin C deficiency can be treated by taking medications such as C-500-GR, Cecon, C-Gr, and Redoxon. The dosage of ascorbic acid to treat Vitamin C deficiency varies from infants to adults, adults should be treated with A300-1,000 mg of ascorbic acid per day, whereas 50 mg per day of ascorbic acid is enough for infants.

Vitamin C overdose can hinder metabolic activities in the body and can reduce the levels of copper and essential nutrients in the body. Overdose causes stomachaches, gas, and diarrhea with many side effects such as stomach cramps and nausea and increased risk of developing kidney stones.