Vitamin C

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Feb 17, 2025

Pros & Cons


Vitamin C Pros and Cons

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  • Vitamin C is available over the counter.
  • It is a lower-cost generic.
  • You only need to take it once a day.
  • Dosage forms like gummies and chewable tablets make vitamin C easy to take for people who have trouble swallowing pills.

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  • Large doses of vitamin C can cause gastrointestinal side effects.
  • Some dosage forms, such as gummies, may contain sugar.
  • High-dose vitamin C may not be safe for people with certain blood disorders.