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Sorbid Injection 5 ml is used to prevent and treat scurvy or other conditions requiring vitamin C supplementation. Sorbid Injection 5 ml contains Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) that works by increasing vitamin C levels in the body. Thus, it helps treat scurvy (a condition due to a severe lack of vitamin C in the diet) and other conditions caused by vitamin C deficiency. In some cases, you may experience redness, pain or swelling at the injection site. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking other medicines or have pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

ASCORBIC ACID-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Blitz Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Sorbid Injection 5 ml

Sorbid Injection 5 ml belongs to a class of medicines called nutritional supplements used to prevent and treat scurvy or other conditions requiring vitamin C supplementation, where oral administration is difficult or the deficiency is acute.

Sorbid Injection 5 ml contains Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) that works by increasing vitamin C levels in the body. Thus, it helps in treating vitamin C deficiency.

In some cases, you may experience redness, pain or swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of Sorbid Injection 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to ascorbic acid or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before receiving Sorbid Injection 5 ml. If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor before starting Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

Uses of Sorbid Injection 5 ml

Sorbid Injection 5 ml is used in the treatment of vitamin C deficiency. The detailed use of Sorbid Injection 5 ml is as follows:

  • Treating Scurvy: Sorbid Injection 5 ml is primarily used in the treatment of Scurvy, a condition caused by severe vitamin C deficiency.
  • Treatment of Vitamin C Deficiency: Sorbid Injection 5 ml is used to restore adequate vitamin C levels in individuals who are unable to take oral supplements.

Key Benefits

  • Sorbid Injection 5 ml corrects severe vitamin C deficiency, particularly in patients unable to take oral supplements.
  • It is used for treating scurvy, which results from a prolonged lack of vitamin C in the diet.
  • Sorbid Injection 5 ml also supports the synthesis of collagen, vital for healthy skin, cartilage, bones, and teeth.
  • It aids in the repair of tissues and wound healing.
  • Ascorbic acid supports the formation of haemoglobin and assists in the maturation of red blood cells (erythrocytes).
  • It plays a key role in various immunological functions, helping the body fight infections and recover from illnesses.
  • Sorbid Injection 5 ml is suitable for patients with gastric conditions or bland diets who cannot tolerate oral vitamin C or fruit juices.
  • It is beneficial in acute deficiency states due to extensive injuries, surgery, or severe stress where oral absorption is compromised.
  • It may also be used in conditions where there is an increased need for ascorbic acid, such as tuberculosis, peptic ulcers, hyperthyroidism, cancer, pregnancy, and lactation.

Directions for Use

  • The timing and frequency of Sorbid Injection 5 ml will be determined by your doctor, based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
  • Sorbid Injection 5 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Sorbid Injection 5 ml Works

Sorbid Injection 5 ml contains Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) that works by increasing vitamin C levels in the body. Thus, it helps in treating vitamin C deficiency.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Sorbid Injection 5 ml with alcohol is unknown. Please discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving Sorbid Injection 5 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Sorbid Injection 5 ml. This medicine is given to nursing mothers only if clearly necessary.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Sorbid Injection 5 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have any liver problems, inform your doctor before receiving Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Sorbid Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in patients with underlying kidney failure due to the risk of kidney stones.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing Sorbid Injection 5 ml for your child.

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Heart

Caution

If you have any heart problems, inform your doctor before receiving Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Sorbid Injection 5 ml should be used in the elderly only if advised by a doctor, as dose adjustment may be required.

What if I have taken an overdose of Sorbid Injection 5 ml

An overdose of Sorbid Injection 5 ml may cause diarrhoea, disturbed sleep, facial flushing, fatigue, headache, nausea, rash, and vomiting. However, since Sorbid Injection 5 ml is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or you are experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat vitamin C-rich foods such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, potatoes, green peas, cauliflower, tomatoes, strawberries, blackberries, oranges, guava, papaya, pineapple, mango and peppers.
  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Eat a healthy diet and do regular physical exercise.
  • Limit junk food items from the outside and stick to freshly prepared home-cooked meals.
  • Quit smoking and avoid the consumption of alcohol.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Sorbid Injection 5 ml to start to work: The exact onset time of Sorbid Injection 5 ml has not been clinically established. The time for which the effects of Sorbid Injection 5 ml last: The duration of Sorbid Injection 5 ml’s effect is clinically not established.

What if you forget to take Sorbid Injection 5 ml

As this medicine will be administered by a healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Sorbid Injection 5 ml out of reach and sight of children. • Cold chain - To be stored in cold places at 2ºC to 8ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • If you are allergic to Sorbid Injection 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you have hyperoxaluria (high levels of oxalate in urine), oxalate nephropathy (a kidney disease caused by the deposition of calcium oxalate crystals), anaemia, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.
  • Sorbid Injection 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor.
  • Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • If you are about to undergo any laboratory test, inform your doctor or lab technician that you have been taking Sorbid Injection 5 ml, as it may interact with certain blood tests.
  • Keep your doctor informed about your health conditions and medications to prevent potential interactions.

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Sorbid Injection 5 ml may interact with antipsychotic (fluphenazine), a drug used to treat iron toxicity (desferrioxamine), anticonvulsant (phenytoin), antibiotic (tetracycline), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent (aspirin), mineral supplement (iron) and oral contraceptives.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have hyperoxaluria (excessive oxalate in urine), kidney failure, or glucose-6-phosphate-dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency, inform your doctor before taking Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

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FAQs

Sorbid Injection 5 ml belongs to a class of medicines called nutritional supplements used to prevent and treat scurvy or other conditions requiring vitamin C supplementation where oral administration is difficult, or the deficiency is acute.

Sorbid Injection 5 ml contains Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) that works by increasing vitamin C levels in the body. Thus, it helps in treating vitamin C deficiency.

You are recommended to avoid smoking while taking Sorbid Injection 5 ml as it may decrease the effectiveness of this medicine.

Sorbid Injection 5 ml may interfere with urine glucose tests, giving false-positive results. Therefore, if you are about to undergo any laboratory tests, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

Sorbid Injection 5 ml should be used with caution in patients with underlying kidney failure, as it may increase the risk of kidney stones. Therefore, inform your doctor about kidney problems if any before taking Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 2E/205, NIT, Faridabad-121001, Haryana, India
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