Side effect(s) of Dehydroepiandrosterone

Last Updated on Jun 29, 2022

Review the side-effects of Dehydroepiandrosterone as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Genitourinary system: Irregular periods, abnormal menstruation, increased vaginal discharge and abnormal Pap’s smear test with the vaginal formulation

  Heart and Blood Vessels: Changes in blood pressure, reduced HDL cholesterol levels

  Skin and Hair: Acne, hirsutism (hair growth on face and other parts of the body), hair loss

  Nervous system: Headache, restlessness, aggressiveness, irritability, emotional changes

  Others: Dizziness, fatigue, weight gain, stomach upset, decreased breast size, deepened voice

Other Precautions :

• Avoid alcohol consumption while using this drug
• Avoid use with corticosteroids, estrogens or testosterone
• Avoid intake of soy or licorice while taking DHEA

Drug Name : Dehydroepiandrosterone

Dehydroepiandrosterone generic Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) is also known as androstenolone. It is used for multiple conditions, but its efficacy in most of these has not been proved. Some of the conditions where it is used are mentioned below: • Postmenopausal symptoms in women with pain during sex • Adrenal insufficiency, where the adrenal gland does not produce enough hormones • To improve aging skin • Depression It is also sold as a nutritional supplement. Its use in athletes is banned by the World Anti-doping Agency.