Dehydroepiandrosterone is a dietary supplement claimed to be useful for various age-related conditions. This eMedTV article explains how the supplement works, explores the safety and effectiveness of the product, and lists its potential side effects.
Dehydroepiandrosterone is claimed to be beneficial for treating infertility, heart disease, and lupus. This eMedTV Web page covers other possible benefits of dehydroepiandrosterone and discusses the use of this supplement in children.
Potential side effects of dehydroepiandrosterone include insomnia, fatigue, and acne. This eMedTV page explains what other side effects may occur with this supplement, including potentially serious side effects that require medical attention.
There is no standard recommended dehydroepiandrosterone dosage. As this eMedTV page explains, since the best dose has not been established for any use, it is reasonable to follow the dosing directions of your particular product.
Various medications may cause drug interactions with dehydroepiandrosterone, including Xanax and Viagra. This eMedTV resource includes a more detailed list of medications that may cause potentially dangerous interactions with this substance.
Dehydroepiandrosterone may worsen or increase the risk of cancer. This eMedTV Web page discusses dehydroepiandrosterone safety in more detail and provides a list of other side effects or problems that may occur with the use of this dietary supplement.
