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What Is The Function Of Ascorbic Acid?
Pronounced: (as-KORE-bik AS-id)
Ascorbic Acid-Ascorbate sodium Oral Uses
Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) is used to prevent or treat low levels of vitamin C in people who do not get enough of the vitamin from their diets. Most people who eat a normal diet do not need extra ascorbic acid. Low levels of vitamin C can result in a condition called scurvy. Scurvy may cause symptoms such as rash, muscle weakness, joint pain, tiredness, or tooth loss.
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