๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2025-12-08

A Phase 2 Trial of High-Dose Ascorbate in Glioblastoma Multiforme (NCT02344355)

Pharmacological Ascorbate Combined With Radiation and Temozolomide in Glioblastoma Multiforme: A Phase 2 Trial

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Bryan Allen

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This clinical trial evaluates adding high-dose ascorbate (vitamin C) to standard of care treatment of glioblastoma multiforme (a type of brain tumor) in adults. All subjects will receive high-dose ascorbate in addition to the standard treatment.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Iowa City, Iowa

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center โ€” Iowa City, Iowa

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—