sulfoxide
noun
sulf·ox·ide
ˌsəl-ˈfäk-ˌsīd 
: any of a class of organic compounds characterized by an SO group with its sulfur atom having two bonds with carbon
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Dimethyl sulfoxide given through the vein may cause the same symptoms, as well as weakness, confusion, and agitation.
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Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024
Dimethyl sulfoxide is used outside of healthcare and can be found in many types of products.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024
Dimethyl sulfoxide infused in the vein has also been shown to cause dilation of the blood vessels, hypotension (low blood pressure), and chest pain.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024
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Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024
Dimethyl sulfoxide is used outside of healthcare and can be found in many types of products.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024
Dimethyl sulfoxide infused in the vein has also been shown to cause dilation of the blood vessels, hypotension (low blood pressure), and chest pain.
—Kirstyn Hill, Pharmd, Mph, Health, 22 Sep. 2024
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“Sulfoxide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sulfoxide. Accessed 15 Dec. 2024.
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sulfoxide
noun
sulf·ox·ide
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or chiefly British sulphoxide
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