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Can Lemon Juice Be Taken While Suffering From G6PD?

Hi.. I have a son diagnosed with G6PD. He’s now 9 yrs. old. Since its not safe for him to take vitamin c bought from pharmacy I prepared pure lemon juice and let him drink every morning 1 hour before his breakfast.. Is it safe for him? Im doing it for 2 weeks.
Tue, 13 Jun 2017
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Hello,

Since your child is suffering from G6PD as per standard textbook is concerned vitamin C is not a contraindication, so you can safely give lemon water.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards
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Can Lemon Juice Be Taken While Suffering From G6PD?

Hello, Since your child is suffering from G6PD as per standard textbook is concerned vitamin C is not a contraindication, so you can safely give lemon water. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards