Ester-C Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term
HomeEster-CSide EffectsGeneric name: ascorbic acidMedically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 8, 2024.Serious side effectsOther side effectsProfessional infoNote: This document contains side effect information about ascorbic acid. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Ester-C.Applies to ascorbic acid: oral capsule, oral capsule extended release, oral liquid, oral powder, oral powder for solution, oral powder for suspension, oral solution, oral tablet, oral tablet chewable, oral tablet extended release, oral wafer. Other dosage forms:intravenous solutionSerious side effects of Ester-CAlong with its needed effects, ascorbic acid (the active ingredient contained in Ester-C) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking ascorbic acid:Less common or rare - with high do...