Achieving value and sustainability in prescribing medication: consultation
Ascorbic acid
Recommendations
- prescribe only if for an exception or indication named in this guidance
- consider deprescribing in individuals currently prescribed this item where appropriate
- prescribe only if no other item or intervention is clinically appropriate
- prescribe only if no other item or intervention is available
Exceptions:
- Treatment of scurvy.
- Medically diagnosed deficiency, including for those individuals who may have a lifelong or chronic condition or have undergone surgery that results in malabsorption. Continuing need should however be reviewed on a regular basis.