Methylsulfonylmethane
Description
Methylsulfonylmethane is a naturally occurring chemical supplement used in the treatment of various conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendinitis, musculoskeletal pain, etc. It is generally used in combination with other medicines for a more effective treatment.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Methylsulfonylmethane
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Bloating
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Insomnia
Uses of Methylsulfonylmethane
What is it prescribed for?
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Lung dysfunction
- Musculoskeletal pain
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this supplement to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this supplement remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This supplement is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This supplement is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
Allergy
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to methylsulfonylmethane or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This supplement is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
Breast-feeding
This supplement is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this supplement.
General warnings
Use in pediatrics
This supplement is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take this supplement with food. Do not take in larger amounts than recommended. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects or if there is no improvement.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine supplies sulfur, which plays an important role in maintaining the health of bones, joints, and immune system.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Nutraceutical products
Schedule
OTC
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Apr 2018
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