MSM is a miracle supplement whole family takes it for different reasons. Got rid of my seasonal and dust allergy attacks. It works by making your body less sensitive to histamine and reducing inflammation. It will not dry you up and string you out because it is not an anti histamine. It is also a powerful detoxer also as it makes cells more Permeable so start slowly with low dose for 2 weeks. Any buildup in your cells you don't want to release all at once. This can cause gas or headaches. I had some gas in beginning as detox symptom but no side effects after a month. This is when I upped it to 3000 (3 capsules a day). My sister takes 6. Also works for cystitis. Improves focus and clarity too. My aunt takes it for joint pain and allergies. My daughter is too little but she has plaque Psoriasis on her scalp and MSM lotion works better than hydrocortisone! I can't wait until she is old enough to take it orally. I think it will cure her skin issues. The only downside is it only circulates for about 10 hours. So if I miss a day I know it. I see myself taking this for life and I don't have any Joint pain yet