Poten-Cee + ZNC

Ascorbic acid + Zinc (POTEN-CEE + ZNC) Capsule is a white to beige crystalline powder enclosed in brown Empty Gelatin Capsule (EGC) #0.
Each capsule contains 562.43 mg of Sodium ascorbate and 31.11 mg of Zinc citrate dihydrate. This is equivalent to 500 mg of Ascorbic acid and 10 mg of Zinc.

Vitamin/Mineral.
This medicine contains Vitamin C, as Sodium ascorbate, and Zinc. Vitamin C and Zinc together help the body's natural defense against damaging free radicals (antioxidant effect) and boost immune function. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable chemicals generated during normal body activities that require oxygen (e.g., respiration, digestion, blood circulation, immune system response, increased physical activity, etc.) and after exposure to UV light, cigarette smoke and various pollutants. One major effect of Zinc is on the ability of cells to properly replicate their DNA, which is required for cells to multiply. Hence, Zinc is needed for normal growth, cell renewal and cell repair. Zinc is essential for the Zinc-dependent metallopeptidase STEP24 protein, which can inhibit viral entry and restrict a wide range of viruses, hence acting as a wide-spectrum anti-viral protein. Vitamin C is a co-factor in many biological processes, including resistance to infection. Vitamin C and Zinc also function as cofactors of enzymes involved in collagen formation and synthesis. Collagen is an important protein that can be used by the body for growth and repair of tissues. It provides strength and elasticity to the skin and promotes faster wound healing.

Ascorbic acid + Zinc (POTEN-CEE + ZNC) is used for the prevention and treatment of Vitamin C and Zinc deficiencies.

Take 1 capsule daily or as prescribed by a physician.
What Should the Patient Do if They Miss a Dose: If the patient misses a dose, they may take it as soon as they remember. However, if the patient remembers it at a time that is already close to the next dose, just skip the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not take two doses of the medicine at the same time.

Signs and Symptoms of Overdose: Vitamin C: If the patient takes too much Ascorbic acid, they may experience signs and symptoms of toxicity like nausea, vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, flushing of the face, headache, fatigue and disturbed sleep.
Zinc: Rare occurrences of acute Zinc poisoning have been reported. The toxicity signs observed after ingestion of high Zinc doses (4-8 g) include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, metallic taste and lethargy (sleepiness).
What to Do if The Patient has Taken More Than the Recommended Dosage: If the patient has taken more than the recommended dose of this medicine and they are experiencing adverse symptoms, it would be best to seek medical attention immediately.

The patient should not take this medicine if they are allergic to Ascorbic acid, Zinc or any of the product's components.

If the patient has hyperoxaluria (an excessive excretion of oxalate in the urine) or a condition known as glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, consult the doctor before taking this medicine.
Inform the physician before use if the patient is on a sodium-restricted diet.
Do not take more than the recommended dose.
Consult the physician if any adverse effect occurs.
When Should the Patient Consult the Doctor: If the symptoms persist or worsen after a few days of taking this medicine, or if the patient believes they are experiencing an adverse reaction to this medicine, it would be best to consult the doctor as soon as possible.

Vitamin C: Vitamin C toxicity is very rare, because the body cannot store the vitamin and immediately excretes it in urine. However, if the patient takes amounts greater than 2,000 mg/day they may experience stomach upset and diarrhea. The daily use of high doses may lead to the formation of oxalate stones in the kidneys. The patient may also experience disturbed water and electrolyte balance in the body, increased hemolysis (breaking-up of red blood cells), increased calcium in the kidneys and suppression of cobalamine (Vitamin B₁₂) activity. If the patient has a condition called glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, taking too much Vitamin C can cause hemolysis which may cause them to feel tired, or dizzy, or even cause the patient to be anemic. In some rare cases, the patient may experience painful urination or pink/bloody urine. If any of these effects persist, tell the doctor immediately. For women who take high doses of Vitamin C during pregnancy, the babies may develop 'rebound scurvy' in which upon delivery, the baby's intake of Vitamin C drops leading to symptoms of scurvy and requiring immediate Vitamin C supplementation.
Zinc: Gastrointestinal side effects such as nausea and vomiting are seen with doses of elemental Zinc greater than 40 mg.

Vitamin C: Concurrent intake of more than 200 mg of Ascorbic acid per 300 mg of elemental iron would increase absorption of iron from the intestines. Increased urinary excretion of Ascorbic acid and decreased excretion of aspirin occur when the patient takes these drugs together. Taking Ascorbic acid with paracetamol can prolong the presence of paracetamol in the blood. Ascorbic acid is not compatible in solution with drugs like aminophylline, bleomycin, erythromycin, lactobionate, nafcillin, sodium nitrofurantoin, conjugated estrogens, sodium bicarbonate, sulfafurazole, diethanolamine, chloramphenicol sodium succinate, chlorothiazide sodium and hydrocortisone sodium succinate. Ascorbic acid has also been reported to interfere with blood-thinning treatments. The patient should consult the doctor for advice before taking Ascorbic acid if they are taking any of the previously-mentioned medications.
Zinc: Zinc is known to have medicinal interactions with certain classes of antimicrobials like cephalosporins, beta-lactam antibiotics, tetracyclines; antiretroviral drugs like atazanavir, ritonavir; antineoplastic agents like cisplatin; antidiabetic drugs like glimepiride, glyburide, pioglitazone, insulin; and potassium-sparing diuretics like amiloride. The presence of other medical problems like copper deficiency may make the condition worse. Discuss with the physician the use of this medicine with food, alcohol, tobacco, or the other medicines mentioned previously.

The patient should store this medicine at temperatures not exceeding 30°C and protect it from heat and direct sunlight.

Vitamins &/or Minerals

A11GB - Ascorbic acid (vitamin C), combinations ; Used as dietary supplements.

Non-Rx