Vitamin C

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What is Vitamin C?

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of the body. It contributes to collagen production, wound healing, and bone formation. It also strengthens blood vessels, supports the immune system, helps the body absorb iron, and acts as an antioxidant.

Overall Risk:

Occasional and normal recommend use may not be significantly harmful. Vitamin C itself is generally safe, but combined with cocaine, risks increase due to unpredictable interactions.

Concern:
Iron overload
Severity:

Minor

Risk of OD:
No effect

Vitamin Cused as cutting agent forCocaine

Excessive vitamin C can enhance iron absorption, leading to iron accumulation in tissues. Vitamin C enhances non-heme iron absorption (from plant-based foods). Chronic high doses may lead to iron overload, affecting organs and causing oxidative stress.

Why it's used as a cutting substance?

Vitamin C is sometimes added during cocaine adulteration to combat fatigue and depression, which often occur after extended periods of using cocaine, especially during drug detox. Also to dilute the drug and increase volume.

Interaction

No significant interaction. However, when used together, vitamin C may alter the effects of cocaine due to its antioxidant properties.

Short-term effects

  • Nausea, diarrhea, and abdominal cramps may occur with high doses of vitamin C.
  • Fatigue relief

Long-term effects

  • Chronic excessive vitamin C intake may lead to iron overload and other issues.

Sources

  • Common Supplements To Support Cocaine Detox | Bedrock Recovery Center | [Link]
  • How Long Does Vitamin C Stay In Your System? | Performance Lab | [Link]
  • Vitamin C Excess | Merck Manuals | [Link]
  • What is Cocaine Cut With? Adulterants & Cutting Agents | American Addiction Centers | [Link]
  • Vitamin C | Mayo Clinic | [Link]

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