DMSA

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This prescription has been compounded by Physicians Preference Pharmacy on physician’s orders.

DRUG:

This compound contains dimercaptosuccinic acid (DMSA)

USE:

DMSA is known as a chelating agent which binds heavy metal toxins to rid them from the body. It is used to treat heavy metal toxicity and more specifically lead poisoning.

BEFORE USING:

INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter medicines that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.

DIRECTIONS:

This medicine is administered as an oral capsule. Take as directed by your physician. Do not exceed the prescribed dosage. Take capsules with a full glass of water. Your physician may ask you to separate your DMSA dose from other medications or vitamins by several hours.

IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not use two doses at once.

CAUTIONS:

Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS:

The most common side effects reported with DMSA are fatigue, headache, and discomfort in the upper abdomen. Notify your physician if any of these effects occur.

DRUG INTERACTIONS:

There are no known significant drug interactions with DMSA. Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter medicines that you are taking.