Prooxidant effects of high dose ascorbic acid administration on biochemical, haematological and histological changes in (Guinea pigs): a Guinea pig experimental model.

Introduction: Ascorbic acid (AA) is a water-soluble vitamin that is well known for its antioxidant and immune-boosting properties. Owing to the wide-range application of AA in the treatment of numerous ailments and its sweet taste, it is usually abused i.e.