The subject invention is directed to the treatment of inflammatory disorders by administration of N, N-dimethylacetamide and its mono-methylated metabolites. The compounds are useful in the management or treatment of inflammatory disorders, such as preterm birth and preterm labor, cardiovascular disorders, dermatologic diseases, musculoskeletal disorders, infection, autoimmune disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, pulmonary disorders, neurodegenerative disorders, genitourinary disorders, oncologic and endocrine disorders as well as inflammation associated with these and other disorders. The treatment may take a variety of forms and is intended for a variety of mammals, such as premature neonates to adult humans.
