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Intravenous (IV) vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a powerful tool for rapidly restoring deficient levels of this critical nutrient. A severe lack of vitamin C, leading to the condition known as scurvy, can result in fatigue, bleeding gums, and poor wound healing. IV treatment for scurvy is specifically reserved for severe cases or when a patient cannot absorb the nutrient orally due to malabsorption issues.

According to the National Institutes of Health, the body absorbs about 85–90% of dietary potassium. The time it takes for potassium levels to rise depends heavily on the method used, whether it's through dietary changes, oral supplements, or intravenous (IV) treatment.