What are the possible side effects of MSM?
The most common side effect is gastrointestinal problems (diarrhea), rash, and headache. Taking MSM with food tends to decrease the GI upset. If you take too much, expect to spend some extra time in the bathroom. Minor cramping is also possible. MSM can cause a thinning of the blood, so if you’re taking blood thinners, make sure to check with your doctor before beginning this. It is usually safe to take, but you may require a lowering of the dosage of your other medication due to this effect. 5. How safe is MSM? It has been shown to have 1/7 the toxicity of table salt. i.e. It’s 7 times safer than table salt. In a study done on humans, MSM was shown to have no negative side effects at 1 g/kg body weight. That means around 68 g/day for a 150-pound person. In tests on animals, the LD-50 test findings were for more than 20 g/kg body weight. 6. How long should I take MSM? Long term studies have shown no negative drawbacks to MSM. People who take it regularly tend to have fewer colds and vi
