Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) + Interferon Beta-1a
Interferon Beta-1a brand names: Rebif, Avonex.
We found no known interaction between Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) and Interferon Beta-1a in our sources. Absence of a documented interaction is not the same as proven safety, and does not guarantee one does not exist. Do not start, stop, or change a medication or supplement based on this page; confirm with your pharmacist or doctor first.
Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) and Interferon Beta-1a
We checked these two against our interaction database. Here is what we found.
No Known Interaction Found
We did not find a documented interaction between Interferon Beta-1a and Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) in our sources. This does not guarantee that the combination is completely free of risk — there is often limited research on supplements and herbal products, especially around drug interactions.
Worth understanding: our licensed dataset holds no drug-interaction record for Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) at all — not against Interferon Beta-1a, and not against any other medication we track. This verdict therefore rests on the absence of any recorded data, not on research that looked at this combination and found nothing. We cannot rule an interaction out.
If you decide to take both, the practical routine is simple: add one new thing at a time and note the date you started it. If the combination is going to disagree with you, it usually shows in the first days to a couple of weeks — and a start date turns “I’ve been feeling off” into something a pharmacist can actually work with. Do not stop a prescribed medicine on your own.
Always talk with your pharmacist or doctor before making changes to your medications or supplements, particularly if you take several medications or have an ongoing health condition.
Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) safety at a glance
Safety guidance is general; always confirm with your pharmacist or doctor for your situation.
See Every Supplement That Interacts With Interferon Beta-1a
This page covers Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) only. If you take other supplements — a multivitamin, a sleep aid, something for joints — the Interferon Beta-1a page lists 57 supplements it has a documented interaction with, worst first, each one explained.
The most serious there right now: Beer (major), Siberian Cocklebur (major), Wine (major), Alfalfa (moderate) and Angelica Archangelica (moderate).
By severity: 3 major · 53 moderate · 1 minor.
From our pharmacist’s overview on the Interferon Beta-1a page
“Siberian cocklebur, an herb tied to documented cases of liver failure, is the first name to know for anyone injecting interferon beta-1a (Rebif, Avonex) for multiple sclerosis. Interferon beta-1a can strain the liver on its own, which is why prescribers order routine liver blood tests, and 38 of the 57 supplements on file carry that sa…”
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Where Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) and Interferon Beta-1a Sit Against Everything Else
Out of every supplement and medication people look up on HelloPharmacist, here is where these two land this week — and which way each has been moving.
#1,265 of 1,452 supplements looked up here in the last 7 days
#1,920 of 2,830 medications looked up here in the last 7 days
Position among everything looked up on this site, not a measure of how commonly either one is used or how important it is. A supplement can climb this list because of a news story. It counts every request to the page, automated ones included, and nothing here identifies anyone.
Where does our data come from?
- Source: the Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) clinical database — the evidence-graded professional reference for herb & supplement interactions.
- Citation library: 103,510 references behind our interaction content, 65,311 of them resolved to verified PubMed/DOI sources. See every Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) reference on this page ↓
- Freshness: we automatically re-check this combination every week — this pair was last verified September 20, 2026. The Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) and Interferon Beta-1a records this page draws on were last updated July 10, 2026.
- What “no known interaction” means: no documented interaction in the sources above — not a guarantee of safety. Supplements are studied far less than prescription drugs, so we say exactly what the evidence supports, and nothing more.
About Methylsulfonylmethane (msm)
What is Methylsulfonylmethane (msm)?
- Osteoarthritis and joint pain
- Muscle soreness after exercise
- Inflammation
- Skin and hair health
- Allergy symptoms
Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a natural sulfur compound that people most often take for joint pain and exercise recovery. Some early research suggests it may modestly help osteoarthritis symptoms, but the evidence is limited and more study is needed. It appears generally well tolerated in the short term, but talk with your pharmacist or doctor before starting it.
Not applicable (a sulfur-containing compound) · Capsules, tablets, powders, creams, and combination joint supplements
An interaction check asks whether these two react with each other — it does not ask whether Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) is a good idea for someone in your situation. Here is what our Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) record says about it on its own.
Methylsulfonylmethane (msm): dosing
There is no official or standardized dose of MSM. Studies have used a wide range of amounts, and the best dose is not clearly established.The safest approach is to follow the directions on the product label and not take more than recommended. They can help you decide if it is appropriate and what amount is reasonable.
From our Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) monograph — the full record covers uses, side effects and every documented interaction.
About Interferon Beta-1a Intramuscular Injection
What Is Interferon Beta-1a Intramuscular Injection Used For?
Brand names: Rebif, Avonex
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Interferon beta-1a intramuscular injection is used to treat adults with various forms of multiple sclerosis (MS; a disease in which the nerves do not function properly and people may experience weakness, numbness, loss of muscle coordination, and problems with vision, speech, and bladder control) including:
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clinically isolated syndrome (CIS; nerve symptom episodes that last at least 24 hours),
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relapsing-remitting forms (course of disease where symptoms flare up from time to time), or
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secondary progressive forms (course of disease where relapses occur more often).
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Interferon beta-1a is in a class of medications called immunomodulators. It works by decreasing inflammation and preventing nerve damage that may cause symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Most-Reported Side Effects for Interferon Beta-1a
From FAERS, the FDA’s public side-effect reporting system (192,069 reports, all brands). Reports are voluntary and are not proof the drug caused the effect.
Other Drugs & Methylsulfonylmethane (msm)
Browse every other medication we’ve checked against Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) — both the ones with a known interaction and the ones without. Select any drug for the full detail.
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No interaction 2,829 drugs checked — show the list
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Showing the 60 most looked-up of 2,829 medications checked with no known interaction — see the full Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) list.
Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) References
The 4 references that drive our Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) monograph and interaction data, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Citations with a link open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
- Barrager E, Veltmann JR Jr, Schauss AG, Schiller RN. A multicentered, open-label trial on the safety and efficacy of methylsulfonylmethane in the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis. J Altern Complement Med 2002;8:167-73. PubMed
- Usha PR, Naidu MU. Randomised, Double-Blind, Parallel, Placebo-Controlled Study of Oral Glucosamine, Methylsulfonylmethane and their Combination in Osteoarthritis. Clin Drug Investig. 2004;24(6):353-63. PubMed
- Kim LS, Axelrod LJ, Howard P, et al. Efficacy of methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) in osteoarthritis pain of the knee: a pilot clinical trial. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2006;14:286-94. PubMed
- Hwang JC, Khine KT, Lee JC, Boyer DS, Francis BA. Methyl-sulfonyl-methane (MSM)-induced acute angle closure. J Glaucoma. 2015 Apr-May;24(4):e28-30. PubMed
Medication overviews come from MedlinePlus (NIH); supplement label data from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists — see our data sources and editorial standards.
Taking Methylsulfonylmethane (msm) and Interferon Beta-1a Together: Common Questions
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