Cetebe vitamin C retard 500 mg - capsules

Cetebe is a vitamin C preparation.

Application

1. What is Cetebe and what is it used for?

Cetebe is a vitamin C preparation. Vitamin C is vital for the human body and influences a variety of metabolic processes. It must be supplied regularly and in sufficient quantities because it cannot be produced by the body itself.

Cetebe is used for the prevention and treatment of vitamin C deficiencies that cannot be remedied through nutrition.

Cetebe retard capsules have a long-term effect, as they contain vitamin C in a retarded form. This means that they release the contained vitamin C to the body over several hours.

How is it used?

What is Cetebe and what is it used for?

Cetebe is a vitamin C preparation. Vitamin C is vital for the human body and influences a variety of metabolic processes. It must be supplied regularly and in sufficient quantities because it cannot be produced by the body itself.

Cetebe is used for the prevention and treatment of vitamin C deficiencies that cannot be remedied through nutrition.

Cetebe retard capsules have a long-term effect, as they contain vitamin C in a retarded form. This means that they release the contained vitamin C to the body over several hours.

What should you consider before taking it?

What should you consider before taking Cetebe?

Cetebe must not be taken,

- if you are allergic to ascorbic acid or any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6.
- if you suffer or have suffered from oxalate-containing bladder or kidney stones (oxalate urolithiasis).
- if you suffer from a disease in which too much iron is stored in the body (thalassemia, hemochromatosis, sideroblastic anemia).
- if you know that you tend to store more iron.

Warnings and precautions

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Cetebe.
Special care should be taken when taking Cetebe,
- if you suffer from a very rare metabolic disorder, the so-called erythrocyte glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency. In this case, you must not exceed the specified dosage, as in individual cases, doses of 4 g or more have been observed to cause partial dissolution of red blood cells (severe hemolysis). Please consult your doctor.
- if you have suffered from kidney stones in the past or are currently suffering from kidney stones. In this case, you should avoid excessive intake of vitamin C and consult your doctor.
- if you suffer from impaired kidney function. In this case, you must not exceed the specified minimum dosage of one capsule per day.
- if you suffer from severe renal impairment and are on dialysis: You should not take more than 50 - 100 mg of vitamin C per day, as otherwise high oxalate concentrations in the blood (hyperoxalemia) and consequently kidney stones (oxalate crystals in the kidneys) may occur. In this case, Cetebe is not suitable for you and you should use a lower-dose vitamin C preparation.

Children and adolescents
Children and adolescents under 13 years of age need less vitamin C than adults. Cetebe is therefore not suitable for them. Your doctor will decide whether Cetebe should be taken by adolescents aged 13 and over.

Taking Cetebe with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking/using, have recently taken/used or intend to take/use any other medicines.

Interactions are possible with:

• Agents for the treatment of iron deficiency: Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron from the gastrointestinal tract. This should be taken into account when using medicines for the treatment of iron deficiency at the same time.
• Aluminum-containing agents for stomach hyperacidity (antacids): Taking them together can lead to increased aluminum levels in the blood and thus to poisoning. Especially in the case of impaired renal function, taking them together should therefore be avoided.
• Medicines for the treatment of iron overload (deferoxamine): Cardiac function may be impaired. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
• Acetylsalicylic acid (e.g. aspirin): The absorption of vitamin C may be impaired.

The intake of Cetebe can affect laboratory tests: The determination of sugar, uric acid, creatinine and inorganic phosphate in the urine can be influenced. Likewise, the detection of blood in the stool can give false-negative results. In general, chemical detection methods based on color reactions can be impaired.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you suspect you may be pregnant or intend to become pregnant, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

The need for vitamin C is increased during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If there is a vitamin C deficiency, it should be balanced. However, the recommended dose should not be exceeded, as vitamin C passes into the circulation of the unborn child and into breast milk.

Driving and using machines

Cetebe has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines.

Cetebe contains sucrose and sodium.
Please only take Cetebe after consulting your doctor if you know that you suffer from sugar intolerance.

This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per capsule, i.e. it is almost "sodium-free".

How should the medicine be taken?

How should Cetebe be taken?

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or exactly as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

The recommended dose is:
Adults:
1 - 2 capsules daily.

Patients with impaired renal function
If your renal function is impaired, you should take a maximum of 1 capsule of Cetebe per day. If you suffer from severe renal impairment and are on dialysis, Cetebe is not suitable for you and you should use a lower-dose vitamin C preparation (see section 2 "Warnings and precautions").

Use in children and adolescents
Children and adolescents under 13 years of age need less vitamin C than adults. Cetebe is therefore not suitable for them. Your doctor will decide whether Cetebe should be taken by adolescents aged 13 and over.

Method of administration
For oral use.
Take the capsules whole with some liquid.
The duration of use depends on your symptoms and laboratory values. Do not take for longer than six months without medical advice.

If you have taken more Cetebe than you should

If you have taken more Cetebe than recommended, consult your doctor immediately.
This applies in particular to pain in the kidney area or difficulty urinating.
For the risk of hemolysis (dissolution of red blood cells) and kidney stones: see section 2.

Taking too much Cetebe can cause diarrhea, accompanied by corresponding gastrointestinal symptoms. In this case, reduce or discontinue your vitamin C intake. If necessary, a doctor should be consulted.

If you forget to take Cetebe

Do not take double the amount to make up for a forgotten dose.

If you stop taking Cetebe

No special measures are necessary if treatment is interrupted. If treatment is discontinued prematurely, the deficiency symptoms may persist or recur. In this case, you should consult a doctor if necessary.

If you have any further questions about taking this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What side effects are possible?

How should Cetebe be stored?

Do not store above 25° C.
Store in the original package to protect the contents from light.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton or blister pack after "Use by:" or "Exp.". The expiry date refers to the last day of the month indicated.

Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the medicine when you stop using it. You help to protect the environment.

Special storage instructions

5. How should Cetebe be stored?

Do not store above 25° C.
Store in the original package to protect the contents from light.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton or blister pack after,,Use by:" or ,,Exp." The expiry date refers to the last day of the month indicated.

Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the medicine when you stop using it. You help to protect the environment.

Special notes on the content

Contents of the pack and further information

What Cetebe contains

- The active substance is: Ascorbic acid (vitamin C).
1 retard capsule contains 500 mg ascorbic acid.
- The other ingredients are:
Capsule contents: sucrose, corn starch, stearic acid, shellac, talc, tartaric acid, capsule shell: colorant riboflavin (E 101), sodium dodecyl sulfate, gelatin, purified water.
What Cetebe looks like and contents of the pack

Hard capsules with a yellowish-transparent main part and a yellowish-opaque cap. Blister packs of 30, 60 or 120 retard capsules.