Post-Cardiac Arrest Shock: High-Dose Vitamin C Study

We are investigating whether early intravenous high-dose vitamin C can help patients who have suffered a cardiac arrest and are in shock. The study aims to see if this treatment reduces the need for blood pressure support and improves survival and recovery.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Adrenaline Sans Sulfite Aguettant
Adrenaline Sans Sulfite Aguettant is an emergency medicine used to treat severe allergic reactions and quickly help breathing and blood pressure.
Bevitine
Dobutamine Panpharma
Dobutamine Panpharma is an IV medicine that helps the heart pump stronger in acute heart failure or low blood pressure from heart problems.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Adrenaline Tartrate Ph. Eur.
Adrenaline tartrate is a substance that treats severe allergic reactions and helps restart the heart in emergencies.
Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic acid is a substance that helps prevent vitamin C deficiency and supports immune function, collagen production, and iron absorption.
Dobutamine
Dobutamine is a substance that helps the heart contract more strongly to improve blood flow in acute heart failure or low cardiac output.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Acid Ascorbic Arena
Acido Acetilsalicilico E Acido Ascorbico Coop
Ácido Ascórbico

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Centre Hospitalier D'Arras
Médecine intensive réanimation
Achicourt, France
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Amiens Picardie
Service de Médecine intensive
Amiens, France
CENTRE HOSPITALIER DE VALENCIENNES
Service de réanimation
Anzin, France

Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Bethune Beuvry
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.