Ascorbic Acid: How It Works, What It's Studied For & Safety
Ascorbic Acid is an essential water-soluble vitamin and powerful antioxidant; required for collagen synthesis and immune function. Clinicians consider it for vitamin C deficiency / scurvy (FDA-approved). It is not FDA-approved as a finished drug product and is dispensed by Wells Pharmacy Network only after a licensed clinician evaluates intake, history, and labs.
Also known as: Vitamin C
How does Ascorbic Acid work?
Ascorbic acid is a cofactor for prolyl and lysyl hydroxylases (collagen synthesis), dopamine β-hydroxylase, and several other enzymes. As an antioxidant, it scavenges reactive oxygen species and regenerates vitamin E.
What is Ascorbic Acid studied for?
- Vitamin C deficiency / scurvy (FDA-approved)
- Adjunct antioxidant support in clinician-directed protocols
- High-dose IV vitamin C in oncology adjunct research (investigational)
How is Ascorbic Acid taken?
Available OTC as oral preparations. Compounded sterile injectable preparations (subcutaneous and IV) are dispensed in clinician-directed protocols.
Is Ascorbic Acid FDA-approved? Is it safe?
Oral high doses can cause GI upset; IV high doses have hemolysis risk in G6PD-deficient patients. Compounded prescription-only preparations are dispensed by Wells Pharmacy Network. Eligibility is decided by a licensed clinician based on intake and labs, not by checkout. Compounded products on this site are not FDA-approved and are not generic equivalents of any branded medication.
In the Regen Therapy catalog
This compound does not currently appear in an active Regen Therapy protocol. Browse the full catalog for adjacent options.
What does the research say about Ascorbic Acid?
Strong evidence for deficiency; investigational for high-dose IV use.
Citations & further reading
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