DIMETHYLSULPHOXIDE
\dˌa͡ɪmθɪlsəlfˈɒksa͡ɪd], \dˌaɪmθɪlsəlfˈɒksaɪd], \d_ˌaɪ_m_θ_ɪ_l_s_ə_l_f_ˈɒ_k_s_aɪ_d]\
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A highly polar organic liquid, that is used widely as a chemical solvent. Because of its ability to penetrate biological membranes, it is used as a vehicle for topical application of pharmaceuticals. It is also used to protect tissue during cryopreservation. Dimethyl sulfoxide shows a range of pharmacological activity including analgesia and anti-inflammation.
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