Is DMSA a prescription drug?

The products list DMSA (meso-2, 3-dimercaptosuccinic acid), as an active ingredient, which is contained in an FDA-approved prescription product indicated for the treatment of lead poisoning in children.

What is DMSA supplement?

12.5mg – 500mg Capsules DMSA, also called succimer, is a chelating agent used for treating poisoning from lead, mercury, arsenic, and other metals. It is one of the safest and most effective chelating agents available.

What are the side effects of DMSA?

COMMON side effects

• hemorrhoids.
• irritation of the stomach or intestines.
• backache.
• drowsiness.
• dizziness.
• fever.
• flu-like symptoms.
• taste impairment.

What metals does DMSA bind to?

DMSA preferentially binds to lead, but can also increase the excretion of several other toxic metals (including mercury) to a lesser extent.

Is EDTA an OTC?

In those cases it is given through an IV. EDTA is also an ingredient in some prescription cancer-fighting medicines. Supplement makers claim that over-the-counter forms of EDTA can be taken by mouth to “detox” the body and make your gastrointestinal tract healthier.

When should I take DMSA?

A few small trial doses of oral DMPS or DMSA may be administered, at least 48 hours before the larger challenge dose to screen for potential severe adverse reactions. Suspected sources of exposure should be avoided before provocation (eg., fish and shellfish should not be consumed for ~ 1 week prior to collection).

How do you take oral DMSA?

Oral DMSA Treatment Protocol A commonly used, effective and well tolerated DMSA treatment protocol entails a two-week cyclical approach: Three days on DMSA at 10-30 mg/kg total body wt/day in divided doses, and 11 days off. The total daily dose should NOT EXCEED 2.0 grams, regardless of body weight.

How is DMSA administered?

The DMSA injection is given through the IV. It takes 90 minutes for the DMSA to be absorbed by your child’s kidneys. If your child is not having sedation, the IV will be removed after the DMSA injection is given.

Is EDTA a drug?

EDTA is a prescription medicine, given by injection into the vein (intravenously) or into the muscle (intramuscularly).