Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin C (mixed ascorbates)
For the health condition: Bleeding (external)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid and its salts, known as mixed ascorbates) has some scientific basis for use in supporting the treatment of external bleeding, but the evidence is limited, and its role is primarily adjunctive rather than primary. Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis and maintaining the integrity of blood vessels. Deficiency leads to scurvy, which is characterized by fragile blood vessels and a tendency to bleed easily, especially from gums and skin. In cases of scurvy or subclinical deficiency, supplementation with vitamin C can rapidly reverse bleeding tendencies and improve wound healing.

Beyond deficiency states, some research suggests vitamin C may play a role in supporting wound healing and reducing bleeding by promoting capillary strength and tissue repair. A few clinical studies and case reports have noted reduced bruising and improved healing with supplementation, especially in populations prone to deficiency (e.g., elderly, malnourished, or those with chronic wounds). However, in the context of acute external bleeding in otherwise healthy individuals, there is little direct evidence that vitamin C supplementation has a significant immediate hemostatic effect.

In summary, vitamin C is scientifically validated for preventing and treating bleeding due to deficiency but is not a frontline therapy for acute external bleeding in the absence of deficiency. Its use in this context can be rated as modestly evidence-based (2/5), mostly for its supportive role in maintaining vascular health and wound healing.

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