Meso-2,3-dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA) is a sulfhydryl-containing, water-soluble, non-toxic, orally administered, metal chelator which has been in use as an antidote to heavy metal toxicity since the 1950s. It is also known as succimer and sold as a prescription under the trade name Chemet. DMPS chelation is most commonly used to remove lead in both adults and children, although it …
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Heavy Metals & Infertility
Professor Ingrid Gerhard, M.D. and her colleagues have been seriously investigating the effect of heavy metals as well as pesticides on fertility. Associated with the University of Heidelberg Gynecological Clinic, Professor Gerhard’s group has examined more than 1,000 patients for mercury, fertility problems and symptoms. Patients were also examined for pesticide contamination. Urine mercury levels …
Dimaval®: Scientific Product Monograph
The active ingredient of Dimaval®, the sodium salt of (RS)-2,3-bis(sulfanyl)propane-1-sulfonic acid, previously known as (RS)-2,3-Di-mercapto-1- propanesulfonic acid (DMPS), is a complexing agent from the group of vicinal dimercaptans. Indications: Clinically manifested, chronic and acute poisoning with mercury (metallic mercury, vapor, inorganic and organic compounds); Chronic poisoning with lead. By virtue of its two vicinal mercaptan groups …