Skip to main content

Ascorbic Acid (International)

Note: In some countries, this medicine may only be approved for veterinary use.

In the US, Ascorbic Acid (ascorbic acid systemic) is a member of the drug class vitamins and is used to treat Dietary Supplementation, Scurvy and Urinary Acidification.

US matches:

Scheme

Rec.INN

ATC (Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification)

G01AD03,S01XA15

CAS registry number (Chemical Abstracts Service)

0000050-81-7

Chemical Formula

C6-H8-O6

Molecular Weight

176

Therapeutic Categories

Food additive (e number)

Pharmaceutic aid

Vitamin C

Chemical Names

(5R)-5-[(1S)-1,2-Dihydroxyetyl]-3,4-dihydroxyfuran-2(5H)-one (Ph. Eur.)

3-Oxo-L-gulofuranolactone (enolic form) (WHO)

L-Ascorbic acid

Foreign Names

Generic Names

Brand Names

Glossary

TermDefinition
BANBritish Approved Name
DCFDénomination Commune Française
DCITDenominazione Comune Italiana
ISInofficial Synonym
JANJapanese Accepted Name
OSOfficial Synonym
PHPharmacopoeia Name
Ph. Eur.European Pharmacopoeia
Rec.INNRecommended International Nonproprietary Name (World Health Organization)
WHOWorld Health Organization

Further information on drug naming conventions: International Nonproprietary Names.

Important Notice: The Drugs.com international database is in BETA release. This means it is still under development and may contain inaccuracies. It is not intended as a substitute for the expertise and judgement of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of any medication in any country is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Consult with your healthcare professional before taking any medication.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.