What are the reasons to have intravenous Vitamin C supplements?

The reasons include:

• Patients with Vitamin C deficiency who are unable to take supplements
• Off label uses include in cancers (used in high doses) as there is some evidence that suggests that this boosts immunity and reduce the side effects of some cancer treatments such as chemotherapy
• Other off label use include: wound healing weight loss, make skin youthful and boost the immunity

What causes Vitamin C deficiency?

In The UK 5% population has Vitamin C deficiency. The reasons of Vitamin D deficiency include:

• Reduced dietary intake
• Risk factors for Vitamin C deficiency include smoking, consuming excessive alcohol, Type1 Diabetes( they have increased requirements), not consuming fruit and vegetables, eating disorders and inflammatory bowel disease

How does Vitamin C injection work?

Vitamin C is a powerful anti-oxidant that protect the body cells against free radicals. These free radicals are produced in our body from sun exposure, breakdown of food we eat and smoking. It also promotes collagen production.

How often do you require Vitamin C injections?

For vitamin C deficiency, you will require once daily injections for 1 week For wound healing you will need a higher dose Vitamin C injection daily for up to 3 weeks