Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO)

Question 1

What does Dimethyl Sulfoxide inactivate and for what?

Answer 1

superoxide radicals produced during inflammation (OH, O2)

Question 2

How does Dimethyl Sulfoxide work?

Answer 2

1. penetrates skin

2. Can be used as a vehicle to carry drugs into the body

Question 3

What are the adverse effects of Dimethyl Sulfoxide? (3)

Answer 3

1. erythema
2. edema and itching (topical)
3. hemolysis (IV)

Question 4

What animals is Dimethyl Sulfoxide mostly used in? (2)

Answer 4

1. horses

2. used in small animal ears

Question 5

What is Dimethyl Sulfoxide available as? (2)

Answer 5

1. medical-grade solvent

2. industrial-grade solvent