General InformationBlackmores Bio C 1000mg Tabletscontainsbioflavonoids that help increase the uptake and ultilisation ofvitamin C in the body. The formula is buffered with mineralascorbates making it gentle on the stomach, and contains thenatural sources of vitamin C, rosehips and acerola. Vitamin C iscommonly used to:* reduce the severity and duration of colds and allergicreactions;* assist wound healing via its role in collagen production.Vitamin C is involved in hundreds of biological process, the mostimportant being in the manufacture of collagen, the majorprotein in the body. Collagen is a structural protein found intissue, cartilage and tendons, and it helps to support bloodvessels. Due to its structural role in collagen synthesis vitamin Cis necessary for wound repair, healthy gums, prevention ofbruising and to protect against infection.Vitamin C is water-soluble and only small amounts are stored inthe body after it is absorbed from the intestine. It is anantioxidant in water, and therefore helps to neutralisepotentially harmful reactions in the blood and the watery fluidinside and outside the body’s cells.IngredientsActive ingredients per tablet: Ascorbic acid 400mg; Sodium ascorbate 350mg; Calcium ascorbate 400mg, (equiv. to vitamin C 1000mg); Bioflavonoids 25mg; Rutin 50mg; Hesperidin 50mg; Rosa canina (Rosehips) extract equiv. to dry fruit 250mg; Malpighlia punicifolia (Acerola) extract equiv. to dry fruit 50mg.DirectionsAdults: Take one tablet per day, preferably with main meal, or as professionally prescribed. At the early onset of symptoms the dose may be increased to three tablets per day.For children 4-12 years we recommend Blackmores Multi or Cold Defence for Kids. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.