Re: MSM

[owens <owensall@sierranet.net>]

Tivers wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 98-03-19 13:34:35 EST, Susith@aol.com writes:
> 
> << What are the contents of MSM? I was told it has only natural ingredients.
> Can
>  it be used as an anti-inflammatory instead of Bute in some cases, for
> injuries
>  or arthritis?
> 
>  Thanks,
>  Susan
>   >>
> 
> MSM is methylsulfylmethane--or something to that effect. A pure chemical that,
> like DMSO (dimethylsulfoxide), is a biproduct of the paper-making industry. It
> has an anti-inflammatory effect, especially when dealing with sore muscles.
> Some authorities have suggested to me that it might help prevent ulcers as
> well.
> 
> ti
MSM works well in dogs as an anti-arthritic. 
Katee