Extended stability of ascorbic acid in 5% dextrose injection and 0.9% sodium chloride injection.

Arsenic trioxide induces apoptosis in multiple myeloma cells.[1][1] Ascorbic acid 1000 mg, given intravenously over 15 minutes, has been administered after doses of arsenic trioxide to decrease the intracellular levels of glutathione.[2][2]–[6][3] Elevated glutathione levels are thought to be the