DMSA and DMPS–water soluble antidotes for heavy metal poisoning

This review article discusses the use of DMSA (dimercaptosuccinic acid) and DMPS (dimercaptopropanesulfonate) as safe and effective water-soluble chelating agents for treating heavy metal poisoning, including lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium. Both agents are shown to be effective in promoting the excretion of toxic metals while having minimal side effects