Overview
Buffered vitamin C form.
Mechanism of action
Neutral pH; better GI tolerance.
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
High-dose vitamin C
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Sodium load
Drug interactions
No notable interactions reported.
Safety & non-supplemental interactions
Educational summary — always confirm with your clinician or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or combining with prescription therapy.
- ·Autoimmune disease (theoretical immune activation)
- ·Immunosuppressants
Supplement interactions
None listed.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Scientific evidence (8)
Buffered vitamin C tolerance
Hickey S, et al.
Clinical review
Better tolerated at high doses.
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