Med Hypotheses October 2020 PMID 32473509

Zinc Iodide in combination with Dimethyl Sulfoxide for treatment of SARS-CoV-2 and other viral infections.

Ba X Hoang, Huy Q Hoang, Bo Han

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Peak: 5 in Jun 2020
across 2 sources since Jun 2020

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Jun 2020 – Nov 2021

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The discussions reveal a generally positive but cautious attitude toward the research, with comments emphasizing DMSO's therapeutic roles and potential in COVID-19 treatments, such as mentioning DMSO's protective qualities and its function as a carrier. The tone balances interest in scientific mechanisms with recognition of limited existing research, demonstrating moderate engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions show curiosity and cautious support for the publication, with some recognizing its potential benefits.

InterestModerate interest

The posts demonstrate moderate interest, referencing specific compounds and their potential applications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include mentions of mechanisms like DMSO as a carrier and ionophore, indicating some depth of understanding.

ImpactModerate impact

There is a sense that this research could influence future treatments, but the enthusiasm remains tentative.

Abstract in brief

  • The combination of Zinc Iodide and Dimethyl Sulfoxide (DMSO) is proposed as a safe and cost-effective treatment for viral infections like SARS-CoV-2, with broad virucidal, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulating, antifibrotic, antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidative properties.
  • Zinc Iodide is already used as an oral antiseptic, and DMSO is a well-established pharmaceutical solvent and therapeutic agent, supporting the safety of this combination for medical use.
  • The proposed therapy could be used to treat both the cause and symptoms of viral infections in humans and animals, and also serve as an antiseptic and disinfectant.]

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Lady Lumps
@NeilSul70388398 · X

@JaggerMickOZ I think DMSO is also a contender. DMSO is a ionophore for many molecules, an organic compound, and a suppressed medicine. Zinc iodide and DMSO: https://t.co/EZCaESWsSt

Sep 27, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,249 followers View post →
Laureate Prof Clare Collins AO
@ProfCCollins · X

@DrMichaelMosley @ProfCollins Interesting paper thankyou! Iodine and immune function research is limited but suggests wise to not be iodine deficient Australia has mandatory iodine fortification of salt used to make bread. One group planning to try Zinc Iodide as part of #COVID19tx https://t.co/LXXyFul4lZ

Jun 19, 2020 · 4 likes · 4 shares · 12,092 followers View post →
Paul R
@PaulRob_X11 · X

Zinc Iodide in combination with DMSO as potential treatment of COVID. Interesting read. https://t.co/3Ak69bNA58

Apr 18, 2021 · 2 likes · 168 followers View post →
Michael Mosley
@DrMichaelMosley · X

RT @ProfCCollins: @DrMichaelMosley @ProfCollins Interesting paper thankyou! Iodine and immune function research is limited but suggests wis…

Jun 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 114,163 followers View post →
Mike Jagger
@JaggerMickOZ · X

RT @NeilSul70388398: @JaggerMickOZ I think DMSO is also a contender. DMSO is a ionophore for many molecules, an organic compound, and a sup…

Sep 27, 2021 · 1 share · 26,291 followers View post →
Frederick Hagglund
@CDNFred · X

Zinc Iodide in combination with Dimethyl Sulfoxide for treatment of SARS-CoV-2 and other viral infections https://t.co/SWXJcM8I9L

Jan 11, 2021 · 1,404 followers View post →

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Zinc as an Antiviral Agent for RNA Viruses

Zinc as an antiviral agent highlights the role of zinc ions and zinc ionophores in inhibiting RNA viruses. These compounds interfere with viral replication by targeting RNA-dependent RNA polymerase, demonstrating broad…

MS Biomedtraining · Jun 14, 2020 72 views
Alan2102z
@alan2102z · X

@j30954263 @WeThePeeple9 @DCGreenZone1 @LocalRachel I like the DMSO idea not only because DMSO is great carrier for a molecule like this, but also b/c DMSO itself is protective and therapeutic. Great team with melatonin. immune enhancement, anti-inflammation: https://t.co/AyWNv6jm1Q potential use in covid: https://t.co/bGp10HnW7i

Nov 21, 2021 · 824 followers View post →
Mike Jagger
@JaggerMickOZ · X

RT @NeilSul70388398: @JaggerMickOZ I think DMSO is also a contender. DMSO is a ionophore for many molecules, an organic compound, and a sup…

Sep 27, 2021 · 1 share · 26,291 followers View post →
Lady Lumps
@NeilSul70388398 · X

@JaggerMickOZ I think DMSO is also a contender. DMSO is a ionophore for many molecules, an organic compound, and a suppressed medicine. Zinc iodide and DMSO: https://t.co/EZCaESWsSt

Sep 27, 2021 · 5 likes · 1 share · 1,249 followers View post →
Paul R
@PaulRob_X11 · X

Zinc Iodide in combination with DMSO as potential treatment of COVID. Interesting read. https://t.co/3Ak69bNA58

Apr 18, 2021 · 2 likes · 168 followers View post →
Frederick Hagglund
@CDNFred · X

Zinc Iodide in combination with Dimethyl Sulfoxide for treatment of SARS-CoV-2 and other viral infections https://t.co/SWXJcM8I9L

Jan 11, 2021 · 1,404 followers View post →
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@C55730933 · X

RT @ProfCCollins: @DrMichaelMosley @ProfCollins Interesting paper thankyou! Iodine and immune function research is limited but suggests wis…

Oct 18, 2020 · 4 shares · 352 followers View post →
Michael Mosley
@DrMichaelMosley · X

RT @ProfCCollins: @DrMichaelMosley @ProfCollins Interesting paper thankyou! Iodine and immune function research is limited but suggests wis…

Jun 20, 2020 · 4 shares · 114,163 followers View post →
Laureate Prof Clare Collins AO
@ProfCCollins · X

@DrMichaelMosley @ProfCollins Interesting paper thankyou! Iodine and immune function research is limited but suggests wise to not be iodine deficient Australia has mandatory iodine fortification of salt used to make bread. One group planning to try Zinc Iodide as part of #COVID19tx https://t.co/LXXyFul4lZ

Jun 19, 2020 · 4 likes · 4 shares · 12,092 followers View post →