Ascorbisal® tablets – Pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and fever-reducing with vitamin C

Ascorbisal® contains the active ingredients acetylsalicylic acid (ASA) and ascorbic acid (vitamin C). The combination has pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and fever-reducing effects. At the same time, the vitamin C it contains helps to meet the increased demand for vitamin C during colds.

Ascorbisal® is a medicine for the treatment of mild to moderate pain as well as for the relief of pain and the reduction of fever during colds and flu-like infections.

The preparation is suitable for adults and adolescents aged 12 and over. Typical areas of application include headaches, toothaches, and menstrual pain, as well as pain and fever associated with colds.

Important: Pain in the gastrointestinal tract (gastrointestinal pain) is not among the areas of application for Ascorbisal®.

Acts as a pain reliever, anti-inflammatory, and fever reducer

Thanks to the proven active ingredient acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), Ascorbisal® tablets relieve pain, have an anti-inflammatory effect, and help lower elevated body temperature during febrile illnesses.

In addition, the tablets contain ascorbic acid (vitamin C), which helps to meet the increased demand for vitamin C during a cold or a flu-like infection.

The combination of both active ingredients makes Ascorbisal® a medicine for the symptomatic treatment of pain and fever, particularly in connection with colds.

Brief information – Ascorbisal® tablets

The acetylsalicylic acid contained in Ascorbisal® belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It inhibits the activity of cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which are involved in the production of prostaglandins. These endogenous messenger substances play an important role in the development of pain, inflammation, and fever.

By inhibiting prostaglandin production, acetylsalicylic acid unfolds its pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and fever-reducing effects.

The additional ascorbic acid (vitamin C) complements the composition and helps to meet the increased vitamin C requirement during colds.

In addition to its pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, acetylsalicylic acid also influences the function of blood platelets (thrombocytes). It inhibits their aggregation and thus an important step in blood clotting.

This anti-platelet effect is used medically in certain cardiovascular diseases at appropriately low dosages. Studies show that acetylsalicylic acid can reduce the risk of further thrombotic events, such as a heart attack, in selected patients with existing cardiovascular diseases.

However, Ascorbisal® is not intended for the independent prevention of heart attacks or other cardiovascular diseases.

Properties at a glance

• Pain-relieving effect for mild to moderate pain

• Anti-inflammatory properties through acetylsalicylic acid

• Fever-reducing effect for colds and flu-like infections

• With ascorbic acid (vitamin C) to cover the increased vitamin C requirement during colds

• For use in adults and adolescents aged 12 and over in accordance with the package leaflet

Areas of application

Ascorbisal® tablets are used for the symptomatic treatment of mild to moderate pain.

The most common areas of application include:

• Headache: For the relief of mild to moderate headaches.

• Toothache: For the temporary treatment of toothaches.

• Menstrual pain: For the relief of painful discomfort during menstruation.

• Colds: For the treatment of pain occurring in connection with a cold.

• Flu-like infections: For the relief of pain and the reduction of fever during flu-like infections.

The contained acetylsalicylic acid acts on the formation of pain and inflammation messengers and thereby contributes to the relief of symptoms.

Ascorbisal® treats the symptoms, but not the cause of a cold or flu-like infection.

Note: Gastrointestinal pain, i.e., pain in the stomach and intestinal area, is not an area of application for Ascorbisal®. Special caution is required in the case of existing gastrointestinal diseases, particularly ulcers or bleeding. Under certain conditions, the medicine must not be used.

Recommended use and dosage

The dosage of Ascorbisal® depends on the patient's age and body weight. It should be taken in accordance with the instructions in the package leaflet or as directed by a doctor.

Adults and adolescents with a body weight over 50 kg

Adults and adolescents with a body weight over 50 kg take 1 to 2 Ascorbisal® tablets per single dose as needed.

It can be taken up to three times daily. A time interval of at least 4 hours should be maintained between individual doses.

The maximum daily dose is 6 tablets and must not be exceeded.

Adolescents aged 12 and over with a body weight between 30 and 50 kg

For adolescents aged 12 and over with a body weight between 30 and 50 kg, the specified single dose is 1 tablet.

A time interval of at least 6 hours should be maintained between individual doses.

The maximum daily dose is 4 tablets and must not be exceeded.

Elderly patients over 65 years

For patients over 65 years, a single dose of 1 tablet is indicated.

In case of more severe discomfort, a single dose of 2 tablets may be considered, provided there are no contraindications and the application has been clarified by a doctor or pharmacist.

The maximum daily dose is 4 tablets. A time interval of at least 4 hours must be maintained between individual doses.

Method of administration

Ascorbisal® tablets are dissolved in a glass of water before being taken and are preferably taken with meals.

The recommended dosage and the specified dosing intervals must be adhered to.

Duration of use

Ascorbisal® should not be used for more than 3 consecutive days without consulting a doctor.

If symptoms persist, worsen, or other symptoms occur, medical advice should be sought.

Use in children

Ascorbisal® is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.

In children and adolescents with febrile illnesses, medicines containing acetylsalicylic acid may only be used on medical advice due to the risk of Reye's syndrome.

Important information regarding use

Acetylsalicylic acid can irritate the gastric mucosa and increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. The medicine must not be used, among other things, in cases of active gastrointestinal ulcers, certain bleeding disorders, or a known hypersensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid or other components.

Special caution is required when taking anticoagulant medicines simultaneously, in the case of impaired kidney or liver function, and with certain respiratory diseases.

Special restrictions apply during pregnancy. In the last trimester of pregnancy, acetylsalicylic acid must not be used in this dosage.

Please observe the full contraindications, interactions, and warnings in the package leaflet before taking this medicine.

Composition / Ingredients

1 Ascorbisal® tablet contains:

Active ingredients:

• Acetylsalicylic acid (ASA): 500 mg

• Ascorbic acid (vitamin C): 20 mg

Other ingredients:

• Potato starch

• Glycerol monostearate

• Silicic acid

Note: Ascorbisal® is a medicine. Read the package leaflet before use and consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.