Description:

Ascovit Cee Syrup 100ml (by ECL / Ernest Chemists Limited) is a vitamin C (ascorbic acid) supplement syrup used to treat and prevent vitamin C deficiency (scurvy) in adults and children aged five months and older. It supports immune function, promotes healing, acts as an antioxidant to protect cells from damage, and helps with collagen formation, iron absorption, and general health maintenance. It is a popular, affordable OTC vitamin supplement in Ghana (Accra) pharmacies for boosting immunity, recovery from illness, or dietary vitamin C support.

Prescription: Over-the-counter (OTC) dietary supplement. No prescription required; freely available in pharmacies and retail outlets in Ghana. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use, especially in children under 5 months, pregnant/breastfeeding women, or if you have kidney stones (high vitamin C may increase oxalate risk).

Therapeutic Category:

Vitamin C Supplement / Ascorbic Acid Preparation (Nutritional support for vitamin C deficiency, immune health, and antioxidant protection).

Active Ingredients/Composition: Each 5 ml typically contains:

• Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) – 100 mg to 250 mg (depending on exact formulation; common range in Ghanaian vitamin C syrups, with many at 100–200 mg/5 ml). Other ingredients: Purified water, sucrose/sorbitol (sweetener), flavoring (e.g., orange/fruit), preservatives (e.g., sodium benzoate), thickeners, citric acid (pH adjuster), and colorants. The syrup is orange/yellow with a pleasant citrus taste.

Vitamins: Yes – Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) – primary active component.

Minerals: None.

Variant:

• Ascovit Cee Syrup 100ml (standard syrup bottle). Related variants: Ascovit Cee Tablets (solid form, e.g., 100mg or 500mg tablets), larger bottles (e.g., 200ml), or higher-strength versions. The 100ml is the common small/pediatric size.

Consume Type:

Oral – Syrup (liquid; shake well before use; measured with provided spoon/cup).

Directions/Usage: Shake bottle well.

• Adults: Typically 5–10 ml (1–2 teaspoonfuls) once or twice daily (or as directed).
• Children (5 months+): Lower dose (e.g., 2.5–5 ml daily; consult doctor/pharmacist for age/weight-based).
• Take with or without food; consistent daily use for deficiency prevention/support.
• Do not exceed recommended dose (risk of GI upset or oxalate stones with very high intake).
• Use as part of a balanced diet.

Common Side Effects: Generally well-tolerated at recommended dose; mild/rare:

• Gastrointestinal upset (diarrhoea, nausea, stomach cramps – especially high doses).
• Increased urine oxalate (long-term high intake may increase kidney stone risk in susceptible individuals).
• Rare: Allergic reactions (rash, itching). Discontinue and seek advice if severe.

Package Type:

Plastic bottle of 100ml (amber or clear with screw cap and measuring spoon/cup; labelled carton with nutritional info and dosing guide).

Storage Advice: Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (below 25–30°C), away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep tightly closed after use. Out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Dietary supplement—not a substitute for balanced diet or medical treatment of deficiency (get blood tests if suspected scurvy or low vitamin C).
• Consult doctor before use if pregnant/breastfeeding (vitamin C safe but confirm dose), have kidney stones history (high vitamin C increases oxalate), or G6PD deficiency (rare hemolysis risk).
• Do not exceed dose (excess vitamin C is excreted but may cause GI upset or stones).
• If symptoms like fatigue or bleeding gums persist, seek medical evaluation (may indicate underlying issue).
• Keep out of reach of children (overdose risk).

Product Substitutes: Similar vitamin C syrups in Ghana (often 100ml/200ml):

• Ascovit Cee Syrup (same product or similar ECL branding).
• Vitamin C Syrup generics (various importers).
• Other brands like Redoxon Syrup or local vitamin C tonics.
• Tablets (e.g., Ascovit Cee Tablets 100mg/500mg). Consult pharmacist in Accra (e.g., Scab Pharmacy, Country Medical Pharmacy) for alternatives.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Ernest Chemists Limited (ECL; Ghana-based pharmaceutical company; produces Ascovit Cee as part of its vitamin/supplement range). Marketed/distributed locally in Ghana by ECL (headquartered in Accra).

Country of Origin:

Ghana (manufactured locally by Ernest Chemists Limited/ECL; widely stocked in Accra pharmacies as a local product).