Safety & Efficacy
Well-documented and studied for safety and efficacy, OptiMSM® is considered safe for humans and animals. There is no known evidence of interactions between OptiMSM® and pharmaceuticals, herbs, vitamins or minerals.
Dosages recommended (ref Dr Axe)
How much MSM do you need or should you use? The FDA doesnt recognize a recommended dietary allowance for an MSM supplement or for sulfur (which it contains), because theres no proven symptoms of sulfur deficiency described in medical literature as of now. Therefore the dosage youll want to take depends on what youre using MSM for and your current state of health.
Usually, 500 milligrams of MSM, taken three times daily, is the starting dose recommended for treating osteoarthritis. Other reports show that up to three to six grams daily (divided into three doses normally) seems to be safe and well-tolerated.
You can either buy an MSM supplement in powder form, cream form or capsule/tablet form. Its available in powder form most often, and you might find it in powdered supplement mixes, such as green powders or digestive aids. Read the directions carefully, and start with about one to two teaspoons of MSM powder taken along with water. You can increase your intake as your body gets used to it and you assure you dont experience any digestive side effects.
If you choose to use MSM powder (which is believe to be the most absorbable kind), try simply adding it to water (usually about 16 ounces for one serving). Youll get the best results when you use MSM along with antioxidants/anti-inflammatory compounds like vitamin C and omega-3 fatty acids.
Make sure you buy MSM from a reputable seller, and always check for the correct chemical compound name MSM (methylsulfonylmethane). Keep in mind that many MSM supplements contain synthetic byproducts and fillers. You want to look for an organic brand that sells 100% naturally derived MSM.
