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Clinically significant drug interaction. See Drug Interactions before use.
SAFE

dhea

cardiovascular_risk

Possibly Safe 642 PubMed studies PubChem 5881 ↗

Contraindications & warnings

Consult a healthcare professional before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking prescription medications, or if you have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety by population

Population Safety rating Max safe dose
General Possibly safe
Based on general risk level assessment.
Pregnancy Unsafe CONTRAINDICATED in pregnancy
Androgenic effects. Not safe in pregnancy.

Effectiveness

No peer-reviewed clinical trial data found for this ingredient.

Drug interactions 5

Tamoxifen / AnastrozoleMajor

Chemotherapy

DHEA converts to sex hormones directly opposing hormone-blocking cancer therapy

CorticosteroidsModerate

Immunosuppressants

DHEA is immunostimulant opposing glucocorticoid immunosuppression

InsulinModerate

Antidiabetics

Improves insulin sensitivity

WarfarinModerate

Anticoagulants

Sex hormone modulation alters coagulation factors

SSRIsMinor

Antidepressants

DHEA modulates central monoamine systems

Medical disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any supplement or changing your medication.

Data by supplement.ge — Public Health Institute of Georgia (PHIG)