Intravenous ascorbic acid
Intravenous Ascorbic Acid
Intravenous ascorbic acid (pronunciation: in-tra-vee-nus as-kor-bik as-id), also known as IV vitamin C or IVC, is a method of administering vitamin C directly into the bloodstream.
Etymology
The term "intravenous" is derived from the Latin words "intra," meaning "within," and "vena," meaning "vein." "Ascorbic acid" is derived from the Latin word "ascorbis," which means "without scurvy," and the English word "acid."
Definition
Intravenous ascorbic acid is a treatment method where high doses of vitamin C are administered directly into a patient's vein. This method bypasses the digestive system, allowing for higher concentrations of vitamin C to reach the cells, which may not be achievable through oral consumption.
Usage
Intravenous ascorbic acid is used in various medical treatments, including cancer therapy, immune system support, and treatment of scurvy. It is also used as an adjunctive therapy in sepsis and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).
Related Terms
- Vitamin C: An essential nutrient involved in the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters.
- Scurvy: A disease resulting from a deficiency of vitamin C.
- Intravenous therapy: Infusions administered directly into the venous circulation via a syringe or intravenous catheter.
- SARS-CoV-2: The strain of coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Intravenous ascorbic acid
- Wikipedia's article - Intravenous ascorbic acid
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