Sorbid Injection 5 ml belongs to a class of medicines called nutritional supplements used to prevent and treat scurvy or other conditions requiring vitamin C supplementation, where oral administration is difficult or the deficiency is acute.

Sorbid Injection 5 ml contains Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) that works by increasing vitamin C levels in the body. Thus, it helps in treating vitamin C deficiency.

In some cases, you may experience redness, pain or swelling at the injection site. Most of these side effects of Sorbid Injection 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to ascorbic acid or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before receiving Sorbid Injection 5 ml. If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor before starting Sorbid Injection 5 ml.

Sorbid Injection 5 ml is used in the treatment of vitamin C deficiency. The detailed use of Sorbid Injection 5 ml is as follows:

• Treating Scurvy: Sorbid Injection 5 ml is primarily used in the treatment of Scurvy, a condition caused by severe vitamin C deficiency.
• Treatment of Vitamin C Deficiency: Sorbid Injection 5 ml is used to restore adequate vitamin C levels in individuals who are unable to take oral supplements.

• The timing and frequency of Sorbid Injection 5 ml will be determined by your doctor, based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
• Sorbid Injection 5 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
• Do not self-administer.

• Sorbid Injection 5 ml corrects severe vitamin C deficiency, particularly in patients unable to take oral supplements.
• It is used for treating scurvy, which results from a prolonged lack of vitamin C in the diet.
• Sorbid Injection 5 ml also supports the synthesis of collagen, vital for healthy skin, cartilage, bones, and teeth.
• It aids in the repair of tissues and wound healing.
• Ascorbic acid supports the formation of haemoglobin and assists in the maturation of red blood cells (erythrocytes).
• It plays a key role in various immunological functions, helping the body fight infections and recover from illnesses.
• Sorbid Injection 5 ml is suitable for patients with gastric conditions or bland diets who cannot tolerate oral vitamin C or fruit juices.
• It is beneficial in acute deficiency states due to extensive injuries, surgery, or severe stress where oral absorption is compromised.
• It may also be used in conditions where there is an increased need for ascorbic acid, such as tuberculosis, peptic ulcers, hyperthyroidism, cancer, pregnancy, and lactation.

• If you are allergic to Sorbid Injection 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
• Inform your doctor if you have hyperoxaluria (high levels of oxalate in urine), oxalate nephropathy (a kidney disease caused by the deposition of calcium oxalate crystals), anaemia, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency.
• Sorbid Injection 5 ml should be used in children only if prescribed by a doctor.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you are about to undergo any laboratory test, inform your doctor or lab technician that you have been taking Sorbid Injection 5 ml, as it may interact with certain blood tests.
• Keep your doctor informed about your health conditions and medications to prevent potential interactions.