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Ascorbic Acid-Induced Osmotic Effect

Molecular classification: Other

Overview

The "ascorbic acid-induced osmotic effect" refers to the physiological and cellular consequences resulting from ascorbic acid (vitamin C) acting as an osmolyte or influencing osmotic balance in biological systems. This effect is observed both at the systemic level (e.g., gastrointestinal tract) and at the cellular level (e.g., erythrocytes, astrocytes, plant cells).

Mechanism of action

Direct luminal/osmolyte action; modulation of membrane stability; regulated efflux

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OsmoregulationAntioxidant DefenseMembrane Stability

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EdemaOxidative StressHyponatremia

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Diarrhea with high-dose oral intake

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Ascorbic Acid

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