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MSM, Methylsulfonylmethane

  • See Also
  1. Herbal Medicine
  • Indications
  1. Osteoarthritis
  • Sources
  1. Endogenous: Adrenal Gland
  2. Plant source: Fruits and vegetables
  • Efficacy
  • Insufficient evidence to support use
  1. Only short-term (<3 months) efficacy and safety data available
  2. Moderate reduction pain and swelling without an effect on Joint Stiffness
  • Dosing
  1. MSM 500 mg orally three times daily (maximum: 3 grams twice daily)
  • References
  1. Kim (2006) Osteoarthritis Cartilage 14:286-94 [PubMed]