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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 10:55:52 GMT 1
Post by DMSO on Dec 22, 2005 10:55:52 GMT 1
Have any of you ever used and had success with DMSO gel to reduce swellings on horses?
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speedy
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 12:09:08 GMT 1
Post by speedy on Dec 22, 2005 12:09:08 GMT 1
It's used a lot in racing for sore shins etc. But I think it's quite strong and almost a mild blister? Could be wrong though....
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 12:20:22 GMT 1
Post by Roz on Dec 22, 2005 12:20:22 GMT 1
Have used it ages when prescribed by my vet. it's vicious stuff, what ever you do, don't get it on your skin, you'll end up with non-painful blisters for months and months afterwards. I think it was prescribed to break down scar tissue.
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 12:35:19 GMT 1
Post by Mariaana on Dec 22, 2005 12:35:19 GMT 1
Poisonous, strong stuff. My mare was prescribed some for a tendon injury, and I used it for a couple of weeks - no bad effects, and maybe it helped.
I also use it very very diluted as a fly repellent, and it is very effective.
If you get it from your vet, it is VERY expensive - over £50 a small bottle. I buy mine online from equinepharmacy.co.uk - it is less than £30 with postage.
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 13:44:42 GMT 1
Post by Susan on Dec 22, 2005 13:44:42 GMT 1
I was sold it by my vet for removal of lumps under Flynns saddle area to try. It didnt do anything and very careful handling was recommended. I paid approx £25 for it By the way the lumps went on their own.
I also know of another owner who was perscibed it for Splints and to paint it on and cover with clingfilm daily. It didnt work either and such nasty stuff.
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 13:48:39 GMT 1
Post by Francis Burton on Dec 22, 2005 13:48:39 GMT 1
I use it in my work as a solvent for voltage-sensitive dyes. If I get the tiniest amount on my skin (microlitre) I can taste it in my mouth a minute later. Disgusting garlicky smell/taste! It's not terribly poisonous though - tens of cc are injected intravenously in some cases of toxaemia caused by bacteria infection (and totally stinking out the barn). Where it can be dangerous for humans is when it is used as a solvent/carrier for steroids (e.g. fluvet-DMSO - don't think that's available any more).
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carols
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 16:38:41 GMT 1
Post by carols on Dec 22, 2005 16:38:41 GMT 1
I used it for egg sized splints on my then 10 yr old gelding . I used it for a long time (I think ) but rememer stopping when it caused blistering. The splints reduced to nothing . I would use it again for splints .
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 17:13:15 GMT 1
Post by specialsparkle3 on Dec 22, 2005 17:13:15 GMT 1
I use DMSO gel on splints etc with great success, but if anyone has read the thread on coldsores" on NH chat. you will know there is an advert for DMSO as a cure for coldsores, so I tried it on mine and I have to say it worked!!!!
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knk
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DMSO
Dec 22, 2005 18:32:14 GMT 1
Post by knk on Dec 22, 2005 18:32:14 GMT 1
My horse was prescribed it for capped hocks and it cost £20 (I think, not much more anyway!). Agree it is strong and you should always wear rubber gloves when applying it. Have to say in some cases it works and in others it doesn't.
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