What does MSM stand for?
MSM stands for methylsulfonylmethane, an organosulfur compound widely used as an ingredient in dietary supplements, particularly products marketed for joint and musculoskeletal support. MSM is chemically related to DMSO, but the two substances are not the same.
Answer
MSM is the abbreviation for methylsulfonylmethane, whose molecular formula is C₂H₆O₂S.
It is also known as:
✔ dimethyl sulfone
✔ methyl sulfone
✔ DMSO₂
MSM occurs naturally in small quantities in some biological and food sources, but material used commercially in dietary supplements is typically manufactured and purified to achieve defined product specifications.
It is commonly formulated into:
• capsules / tablets / powders
• joint-support formulations
• combination products containing ingredients such as glucosamine or chondroitin
MSM should not be confused with dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). Although the compounds are chemically related, their molecular structures, properties, uses, and regulatory contexts differ.
For a direct comparison, see Is MSM the same as DMSO?
AdvaCare Pharma manufactures MSM Capsules within its AdvaLife™ supplement portfolio.
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