Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin
About
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is a combination medicine primarily used to treat female infertility. It also finds use as an antioxidant and helps in promoting overall physical health alongside its main use. Female infertility is a condition in which a female body is unable to conceive despite regular, unprotected sexual intercourse for at least one year.
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin contains Dehydroepiandrosterone and Melatonin. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin helps in the synthesis and maintenance of sex hormones in the body, by acting as a parent molecule to sex hormones. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin aids the healthy production of egg cells in the female ovary, thereby improving female fertility. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin also works as an antioxidant, thus protecting body cells from damage by free radicals.
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin may be taken without food, but it is better to take it at a designated time. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin should be swallowed whole and not crushed or chewed. In some cases, Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin may cause certain common side effects such as nausea, stomach ache, fatigue, mood swings and headache. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if these side effects persist.
It is advisable to inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of its components. Proceed with caution if you have a history of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption with Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin as there might be an interaction.
Uses of Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin
Medicinal Benefits
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin contains Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and Melatonin. It is used primarily to treat female infertility. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is a very potent promoter of oestrogen production. Hence, it finds wide use in treating female infertility. DHEA helps in the synthesis and maintenance of sex hormones in the body, by acting as a precursor of sex hormones. It acts directly on plasma membrane receptors and promotes the conversion of sex hormones to their most potent counterparts. DHEA enhances the production of healthy egg cells in the female body and improves the chance of pregnancy by a great margin. It also greatly reduces the chances of miscarriage by genetically preventing conditions that may lead to loss of pregnancy. Melatonin is also a potent antioxidant and it specifically protects healthy follicles from oxidative damage, thereby improving the chances for a healthy pregnancy. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is thus also a potent energy booster that provides stamina to the body and also improves overall immunity.
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Side Effects of Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Mild stomach upset
- Headache
- Mood swings
- Rash
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin should not be used in case of any known allergy to either of the components. Inform your doctor if you have/had cardiovascular health disorders, breast or uterine cancer, endometriosis, fibroids, high cholesterol, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), bleeding disorders, sweating disorders and joint pain. Consult your doctor before using Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed if you are on medication for diabetes, heart disease/stroke, antidepressant, anti-psychotic or anticoagulant therapy.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin may interact with beta-blockers (atenolol), anti-diabetic drug (metformin), blood-thinners (warfarin), antipsychotics (clozapine), anti-seizure drugs (carbamazepine, sodium valproate), sedatives (triazolam).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid taking Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin with soybeans, liquor, candy sweets and grapefruit juice. Avoid intake of Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin with any herb that can affect heart rhythm.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin should be used with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity disorder, mental health disorder, thromboembolic disorder, cardiovascular disorder, bleeding or clotting disorder, diabetes, joint pain, hypothyroidism and liver disease.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not safe to consume alcohol with Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionNot enough studies have been done on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Breast Feeding
cautionNot enough information is available on whether Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Driving
cautionIt is unknown if Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin affects your ability to drive. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Liver
cautionNot enough information is available on whether Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is safe on the liver. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Kidney
cautionNot enough information is available on whether Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is safe on the kidney. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Children
unsafeDehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Load up on meats, fatty fish, oranges and strawberries, sesame seeds, soybean, canola oil and pistachios to enhance anti-oxidation and improve fertility.
- Avoid foods containing soy, liquorice (candy), chromium (grape juice) and alcohol as there may be an interaction.
- Do regular exercise and physical activity.
- Aerobics, yoga and meditation may help in relaxing the body and mind.
- Consume a healthy diet, including food rich in antioxidants, fibre-rich foods, and high-fat dairy. Cut down carbs or limit refined carbs.
- Try to be stress-free to improve your mood swings due to hormonal fluctuations.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Female infertility: Female infertility is an inability of the female body to conceive and have a healthy pregnancy. It is defined as the inability to conceive despite regular or frequent unprotected sexual intercourse for at least one year or six months in the case of women who are 35+.
FAQs
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin works by stimulating healthy egg cells and enhancing pregnancy rates. It also functions as an anti-oxidant by increasing cellular energy production and protecting cells from oxidative damage.
Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is a safe medicine to use. However, it can cause skin changes such as acne, oily skin, greasiness and facial hair growth in rare cases.
One of the observed side effects of Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is mood swings. Hence, it is best to consult your physician before taking Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin if you suffer from depression.
Infertility can have many causes ranging from organic to psychological. Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin is known to improve pregnancy rates significantly, but the treatment for infertility should be decided and prescribed by an expert medical professional.
In case you miss a dose of Dehydroepiandrosterone+melatonin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is too close to the next dose, revert to the original schedule.
