How to use Rutinoscorbin Vitamina C Forte
Contents of the leaflet
- Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient
- Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- 500 mg, prolonged-release hard capsules
- What is Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte and what is it used for
- Important information before taking Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- How to take Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- Possible side effects
- How to store Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- Contents of the pack and other information
Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
500 mg, prolonged-release hard capsules
Ascorbic acid
Read the package leaflet carefully before taking the medicine, as it contains important information for the patient.
This medicine should always be taken exactly as described in this package leaflet for the patient or as advised by a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
- If you need advice or additional information, consult a pharmacist.
- If you experience any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. See section 4.
Table of Contents of the Leaflet:
- 1. What is Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte and what is it used for
- 2. Important information before taking Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- 3. How to take Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- 4. Possible side effects
- 5. How to store Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
- 6. Contents of the pack and other information
1. What is Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte and what is it used for
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte contains vitamin C - ascorbic acid, which is a compound necessary for the body. Vitamin C supports the immune system, is the body's main antioxidant.
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte is in the form of prolonged-release capsules. Thanks to this, a high concentration of vitamin C in the body is maintained for over 12 hours after taking the capsule.
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte capsules are used:
- for the prevention and treatment of vitamin C deficiency states (vitamin C deficiencies may occur during pregnancy and lactation, in smokers, in the elderly, in stress conditions, during the use of certain types of diets, e.g., elimination diet, in people who regularly consume alcohol),
- to maintain immunity to infections and reduce the symptoms associated with the common cold and shorten the duration of the disease,
- for the treatment and prevention of periodontosis, caries, gingivitis, scurvy,
- as an auxiliary agent: in conditions of reduced immunity, in the treatment of anemia, to accelerate the healing and scarring of wounds.
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte is indicated for use in adults and children over 6 years of age.
2. Important information before taking Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
When not to take Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte:
- if the patient is allergic to the active substance or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
- in the case of urinary bladder diseases, oxalate kidney stones, in the case of diseases related to iron storage disorders (thalassemia, hemochromatosis, sideroblastic anemia) or other diseases that affect iron content.
Warnings and precautions
High concentrations of vitamin C may change the results of some laboratory tests. In the event of the need to perform laboratory tests, the doctor should be informed about the use of vitamin C.
Before taking Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte, the following cases should be discussed with a doctor:
- glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency,
- kidney diseases. Do not take a dose higher than recommended.
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte and other medicines
Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are taking, have recently taken, or plan to take.
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility
The medicine can be used in recommended doses during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Do not exceed the recommended dose during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Ascorbic acid passes into breast milk and through the placenta.
Driving and using machines
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte does not affect the ability to drive and use machines.
Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte contains sucrose and sodium
Sucrose
The medicine contains 40.57 mg of sucrose. If the patient has previously been diagnosed with intolerance to some sugars, the patient should contact a doctor before taking the medicine.
Sodium
The medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) of sodium per capsule, which means the medicine is considered "sodium-free".
3. How to take Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
This medicine should always be taken exactly as described in this package leaflet for the patient or as advised by a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. In case of doubt, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.
Method of administration
Oral administration.
Use in adults and adolescents over 13 years of age
One to two capsules per day.
Use in children aged 6-12 years
One capsule per day.
Do not chew the capsules, as this may disrupt the absorption of the medicine.
If you feel that the effect of the medicine is too strong or too weak, consult a doctor.
If the symptoms of the disease persist, consult a doctor.
Do not take a dose of the medicine higher than recommended.
Do not use the medicine in children under 6 years of age.
Using a higher dose of Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte than recommended
In the event of taking a higher dose than recommended, contact a doctor immediately.
4. Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Vitamin C is usually well-tolerated. No side effects have been found when using the recommended dose.
Possible side effects:
- allergic reactions, including shortness of breath, angioedema, skin rash;
- headache, dizziness;
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, heartburn, abdominal pain;
- feeling of fatigue.
Reporting side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet, tell your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products, Al. Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw, Tel.: +48 22 49 21 301, Fax: +48 22 49 21 309, Website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl. By reporting side effects, you can help gather more information on the safety of the medicine.
5. How to store Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte
Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in a temperature below 25°C.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the packaging.
The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.
6. Contents of the pack and other information
What Rutinoscorbin Vitamin C Forte contains
- The active substance of the medicine is ascorbic acid. One prolonged-release capsule contains 500 mg of ascorbic acid.
- The other ingredients are: shellac, sucrose, corn starch, talc, tartaric acid, stearic acid, gelatin, water, riboflavin, sodium lauryl sulfate.
Marketing Authorization Holder
Haleon Poland Sp. z o.o., ul. Rzymowskiego 53, 02-697 Warsaw, tel. 800 702 849.
Manufacturer
Omega Pharma Manufacturing GmbH & Co. KG, Herrenberg, Germany.
Other sources of information
Detailed information about this medicine is available on the website of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products.
Date of last revision of the leaflet: November 2023

- Country of registration
- Dosage formCapsules, 500 mg
- ATC codeA11GA01
- Active substance
- Prescription requiredNo
- Manufacturer
- ImporterOmega Pharma Manufacturing GmbH&Co.KG
- This information is for reference only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a doctor before taking any medication. Oladoctor is not responsible for medical decisions based on this content.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rutinoscorbin Vitamina C Forte does not require a prescription in Poland. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.
The active ingredient in Rutinoscorbin Vitamina C Forte is ascorbic acid (vit C). This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.
Rutinoscorbin Vitamina C Forte is manufactured by Omega Pharma Manufacturing GmbH&Co.KG. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.
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Other medicines with the same active substance (ascorbic acid (vit C)) include Acidum ascorbicum Aga Kommezh, Acidum ascorbicum Delfarma, Ascorgem. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.
















