DMPS

I just got done reading a long post on a personal site called "mercury Life". The person who wrote this is doing quite well after years of suffering. He didn't do well on DMSA, so took DMPS and recovered. Has anyone here tried DMPS? I know that it's not FDA approved, but my doctor does use it. I tried ALA for the first time(only 6.5mg) with DMSA at 18mg. I had a strong reaction to the ALA - lots of burning - increased hair loss and mental confusion. It also made me feel wired and I couldn't sleep. Now I'm wondering what to do next; wait until I'm on 25mg. DMSA for a while and then try the ALA again? or try to split the 6.5 mg. dose in half and take that? Has anyone else had a reaction to low doses of ALA? I find it strange that I can handle DMSA, but not ALA.

Hello Kat!
I've been wondering how you are feeling. Thanks for checking in. I can tell you that I tried the ALA, and was so dizzy, confused, and yes! hair loss. The ALA is to be taken only by those who have NO AMALGAM Mercury/silver in their mouths at all. I didn't know this until after taking almost 2 bottles of 500mg= 120/capsules. One of our frequent visitors said, "If you have any amalgams DO NOT take ALA, it will cause it to 'stay in your body.'" YIPES!

I also tried the EDTA, (Heavy Metal Detoxification), and it didn't help me feel better, but very sluggish. It does not specify whether you must or not necessary with the amalgams still intact.

Now, I'm going to try and C&P an article regarding the DMPS. I've read several on the internet, and none sounded advantageous, in fact, it stated 'DMPS= orally or intravenously, it has not been approved by the FDA (as you noted). And in some cases there were severe side effects.
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Welcome to the "DMPSbackfire" website. The purpose of this website is to share information regarding DMPS, and to collect information from those who have experienced adverse effects from this drug. In the process I hope not only to inform those individuals who are considering the use of this drug, but to stimulate the appropriate research to determine safe protocols for its use. It is my hope that researchers will want to investigate this collection of patient reports.

My name is Jana. I am not a doctor or scientist. I am a patient whose life was derailed by a single injection of DMPS. Since then, I have tried to learn everything I can about this drug and its effects on the physiology of the human body. There is surprisingly little reliable information available on this subject.

What I have learned is that DMPS is not approved by the FDA. It is considered an experimental drug. I have found no evidence of the existence of appropriate clinical trials by which practitioners can be guided in its safe use.

The discovery that was most disturbing to me was that some physicians and others were misleading (either through ignorance or contrivance) patients about the safety and efficacy of this drug. I am alarmed at the proliferation of health care providers who are enrolling patients in what amounts to experimental medicine without obtaining their informed consent. Unless patients know that there are potentially serious side effects to this drug, no informed consent can be given, and the patient becomes nothing more than a lab rat.
Here's the link:
<http://www.dmpsbackfire.com/default.shtml>
Kat, you mentioned that your Doctor uses the DMPS. Have you asked your Doctor's suggestion for YOU?
We all are so 'individually and wonderfully made.' So, none of us are alike. However, we can/do give suggestions of what works for us. Once again, please scroll back and read Russ Tanner's protocol for treating mercury toxicity.
ALSO, one sight I visited said, "Before taking DMPS, weigh choices; chlorella, cilantro, bio-chelat.
The DMSA is suppose to be non-toxic. It truly has given me back stamina, and mental capability.
Maybe, call and ask your Doctor's his advise.
Wishing you the very best of health. (If I were you, I'd stop the ALA, it's not worth feeling worse.) Have a blessed Sunday.

Thank you for your thoughtful response, Abigail. I read that article, DMPS backfire. One thing I noted about it was that the woman received an injection of DMPS. According to Dr. Cutler, injection or IV of DMPS or DMSA is a no no. Too much, too fast. DMPS is the chelator of choice in Europe, especially Germany (from what I've read). You're right, it all depends on the body; some react badly to DMSA; some to DMPS. I always question everything my doctor says and look for actual experiences that people have had. My doctors have been wrong numerous times and have given me things to try that have done a lot of damage. The most progress I've attained has come from studying other peoples experiences and then trying what they've had success with.
I made sure that all the mercury was out of my mouth before starting any chelation. I don't understand the problems with ALA. According to Dr. Cutler, it is the key to chelation. I've found very few people who have the hair loss side effect. It is definitely a result of mercury as it flares when mercury is stirred up in my body.
I also have leaky gut. Unfortunately, everything I've tried to heal that problem (probiotics, digestive enzymes, l-glutamine, coconut oil) causes my hair loss to explode also. Have you every heard of anything like that? or have you experienced problems with leaky gut?
I'm upping the Algin - it does seem to help. thanks again for the feedback.

Hello Kat,
It's nice to hear from you once again. I have C&P an article for you to read. Yes, Russ has also said that the ALA is the best to use. I sent you the article on the lowest dose available. I hope that helped some. Once again, every one's bodies are made differently. We just have to learn to adjust to what helps. And leave out what harms, or go slowly with the intake. Yes, I take several natural supplements, and RX meds as needed. So this is mixing up in the stomach causing some of the symptoms you are experiencing. / I am turning the light on, and if Russ wants to add anything he will be in later.

Yes, DO take the ALGIN. If you can, take it 2 / 3X's daily as the directions indicate.
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KAT, this is an article from Dr.Weil's forum. I will attach the address at the bottom.
Q
What Is Leaky Gut?

It has been suggested to my wife by an alternative medical practitioner that her varied gastrointestinal symptoms may be the result of "leaky gut." What is this?
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Answer (Published 12/12/2005)

Leaky gut syndrome is not generally recognized by conventional physicians, but evidence is accumulating that it is a real condition that affects the lining of the intestines. The theory is that leaky gut syndrome (also called increased intestinal permeability), is the result of damage to the intestinal lining, making it less able to protect the internal environment as well as to filter needed nutrients and other biological substances. As a consequence, some bacteria and their toxins, incompletely digested proteins and fats, and waste not normally absorbed may "leak" out of the intestines into the blood stream. This triggers an autoimmune reaction, which can lead to gastrointestinal problems such as abdominal bloating, excessive gas and cramps, fatigue, food sensitivities, joint pain, skin rashes, and autoimmunity. The cause of this syndrome may be chronic inflammation, food sensitivity, damage from taking large amounts of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), cytotoxic drugs and radiation or certain antibiotics, excessive alcohol consumption, or compromised immunity.
<http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/QAA361058/what-is-leaky-gut.html>