What is DMSO?

Dimethyl sulfoxide is an organosulfur compound with the formula (CH₃)₂SO. This colorless liquid is the sulfoxide most widely used commercially. It is an important polar aprotic solvent that dissolves both polar and nonpolar compounds and is miscible in a wide range of organic solvents as well as water.

What is DMSO used for?

Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) is a chemical solvent that is sometimes used to help reduce inflammation and pain, and may also be beneficial in reducing leakage during chemotherapy treatment. It has been FDA approved to treat only one condition: interstitial cystitis.

Is DMSO harmful to humans?

Some side effects of taking DMSO include skin reactions, dry skin, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, breathing problems, and allergic reactions. DMSO also causes a garlic-like taste and breath and body odor.

Is DMSO safe to use?

The FDA has approved DMSO as a prescription medication for treating symptoms of painful bladder syndrome. It’s also used under medical supervision to treat several other conditions, including shingles. DMSO is easily absorbed by the skin. It’s sometimes used to increase the body’s absorption of other medications.

Is DMSO used for erectile dysfunction?

The DMSO acts as a carrier for the papaverine, phentolomine and prostaglandin E1 as the DMSO is absorbed through the skin of the penis into the blood vessels of the penis. Once these compounds reach the blood vessels of the penis, an erection is achieved rapidly by the user.

Where to buy dmso in Namibia?

It is available at Dis-Chem Wernhill pharmacy and other pharamcies.