Sodium thiosulfate is a sulfur-containing compound, complexon (a crystalline substance, readily soluble in water).
In the reference book for doctors "Medicines" M.D. Mashkovsky we find a description of this drug in the section "Specific antidotes." So, this drug refers to antidotes - drugs that weaken or stop the action of toxins.
What poisons does the sodium thiosulfate drug neutralize? The manual indicates that hydrocyanic acid, when interacting with the drug, forms rhodanic compounds, which are much less toxic to the body. The sodium thiosulfate aqueous solution neutralizes the negative effects of iodine and bromine. This tool is used for poisoning with heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury). 50 milliliters of a thirty percent solution is administered intravenously in case of cyanide poisoning.
The directory contains indications that the medication has an anti-inflammatory effect, therefore, the sodium thiosulfate solution inside is prescribed for the treatment of arthritis, neuralgia and allergic diseases.
Doctors prescribe the drug "Sodium thiosulfate" for oral administration of 2-3 g in the form of an aqueous solution (10%) or it is recommended to dilute the medicine with an isotonic sodium chloride solution.
An external application is also described in detail in the treatment of scabies of the skin (for this, a 60% solution is used in combination with a six percent solution of hydrochloric acid).
The reference manual mentioned does not contain any information about the side effect of the medicine and does not say anything about contraindications. It seems that we have found a very cheap, universal and absolutely safe remedy for the treatment of any diseases, but do not rush to conclusions.
The drug "Sodium thiosulfate" - patient reviews
The medicine is odorless. The taste of the solution (salty-bitter) many do not like. Among those who used the medication as prescribed by the doctor intravenously, there are patients who complained about the pain of the procedure. At the same time, some people talk about the absolute painlessness of the intravenous administration of the sodium thiosulfate preparation. Reviews are clearly contradictory. Why? It is believed that in this case, the qualification of the person performing the procedure is important. The medicine should be administered very slowly. If the solution does not enter the vein, but under the skin, sensations can be very painful. In addition, a marked decrease in blood pressure was observed in some patients after taking the sodium thiosulfate preparation. Reviews of doctors confirm these facts.
It is also worth paying attention to the fact that this medicine has a mild laxative effect. That is why adherents of a healthy lifestyle, lovers of folk methods of treating and cleansing the body at home, are advised to drink the sodium thiosulfate solution by dividing the contents of a 5-ml ampoule in half and diluting the medicine in water. The course is 10 days.
According to reviews, as a result of taking this drug, the intestines and liver are cleaned, as a result - an allergy goes away, skin diseases are cured, sleep improves, digestion normalizes. Cases of successful treatment of alcoholism by intravenous administration of the drug "Sodium thiosulfate" are described. Doctors' reviews indicate that this drug (in combination with other medicines) helps fight alcohol withdrawal syndrome. However, you should not risk it and prescribe a course of treatment for yourself without consulting a doctor.
Although the drug is not toxic, its constant uncontrolled use can lead to hypovolemia (a decrease in the volume of circulating blood), which in turn can lead to damage to the kidneys, liver, brain and cardiac arrest.