Duraflex

Common Brands Duraflex MSM, Doctor’s Best MSM, NOW MSM, Jarrow Formulas MSM, Nature’s Way MSM
Drug Class
Dietary Supplement / Nutraceutical (Joint Health Support)
Controlled Substance Classification
Not a controlled medication
Generic Status
Lower-cost generic available
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC) in pharmacies and online
Shifali Patel, PharmD
Shifali Patel, PharmD
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Medically reviewed by Shifali Patel, PharmD last update on 20/12/2023

Overview

 

Duraflex is a dietary supplement with Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM), a compound that naturally exists in animals, plants, and humans. MSM is a sulfur element compound that is widely used to offer joint health benefits and alleviate inflammation. It is widely used to support the relief of osteoarthritis, joint pain, and muscle cramps.

 

 Duraflex MSM typically comes in a form where it is sold as a supplement, which increases the flexibility, reduces joint pain, and generally protects joints from poor wellness, so it is a common product in individuals who experience joint conditions, especially the hips, knees, and other support-bearing joints.

 

MSM has been extensively researched for its pain-relieving and cartilage-healing properties. Though it is taken by the majority of people with arthritis, it can also be useful to bodybuilding enthusiasts or those who want to enhance the mobility of their joints as well as ease joint pain caused by daily wear and tear.

DRUG STATUS

Availability

Prescription only

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy

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