DMSO
dimethyl sulfoxide: a liquid substance, C2H6OS, used in industry as a solvent and paint and varnish remover; proposed as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory in musculoskeletal disorders.
Origin of DMSO
1960–65;
d(i)m(ethyl)
s(ulf)
o(xide)
British Dictionary definitions for dmso
DMSO
abbreviation for
dimethylsulphoxide
Medical definitions for dmso
DMSO
[ dē′ĕm-ĕs-ō′ ]
n.
Dimethyl sulfoxide; a colorless hygroscopic liquid obtained from lignin, used as a penetrant to convey medications into the tissues.