Indication:
Vitamin C is used as an immune booster in infants receiving unfortified formulas.
It is also prescribed for hematuria, dental caries, pyorrhea, acne, infertility, atherosclerosis, fractures, leg ulcers, hay fever etc.
Dosage & Administration:
For the prevention of deficiency: In children : Age 1-3 years old: 2.5 ml/day, Age 4-8 years old: 5 ml/day, Age 9-13 years old: 5-10 ml/day
For the treatment of deficiency: 12.5 ml (2.5 teaspoon) /day (up to 1 to 3 months)