Count: 90 capsules

Dosage: Three capsules daily, or more, as directed by a health care professional.

Ingredient	Amount Per Serving	%DV
Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid)	1000 mg	1,666%
Citrus Bioflavonoids	1000 mg	*
Rutin	100 mg	*
Proprietary Blend (Rose hips powder, acai berry extract, yellow pepper fruit extract, spleen powder)	25 mg	*
*Daily Value not established.

Other Ingredients: rice flour, gelatin, vegetable lubricant.

High potency vitamin C with bioflavonoids. Antioxidant vitamin C is required for at least 300 metabolic functions including tissue growth and repair, adrenal function and gum health. Bioflavonoids support vitamin C absorption. Taken together, both nutrients are more effective than either when taken alone. Since neither of these important nutrients can be produced by the human body, they must be supplied through diet or in supplement form.

Vitamin C has low toxicity and is not believed to cause serious adverse effects at high intakes. The most common potential side effects are diarrhea, nausea, abdominal cramps, and other gastrointestinal disturbances.

Vitamin C supplements have the potential to interact with several types of medications:

Chemotherapy and radiation. The safety and efficacy of the use of vitamin C and other antioxidants during cancer treatment is controversial. Individuals undergoing chemotherapy or radiation should consult with their oncologist prior to taking vitamin C or other antioxidant supplements, especially in high doses.

3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase inhibitors (statins). Vitamin C, in combination with other antioxidants, may reduce the increase in high-density lipoprotein levels resulting from combination niacin–simvastatin (Zocor®) therapy. Health care providers should monitor lipid levels in individuals taking both statins and antioxidant supplements.

If you take any of these medications, you should speak to your health care provider about appropriate dosage of this supplement.

Citrus bioflavonoids are plant-derived pigments found in high levels in oranges, lemons, grapefruits and other citrus fruits. Not enough studies have been done to say whether it is safe to use for a long period. It is also not known whether it is safe to take by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Rutin is a plant pigment that is found in certain fruits and vegetables. Rutin is usually well tolerated in doses at 600 mg daily or less. Side effects might include headache or stomach upset. There isn't enough evidence to know if rutin supplements are safe to use when pregnant or breastfeeding. Rutin might lower blood sugar levels. Taking rutin along with diabetes medications might cause blood sugar to drop too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely.

Proprietary blends contain ingredients in various doses. Ingredients are listed in descending order (first ingredient is the most abundant). For any concerns with ingredients, consult with your physician.

Source: NIH, Office of Dietary Supplements

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