Editorial Standards
Medical Disclaimer
Last reviewed by the editorial team, May 17, 2026.
What this publication is
DHEA Compass is an independent editorial publication. Our writers and reviewers are journalists, science editors, and clinically trained consultants who report on the published evidence base for DHEA, DHEA-S, prescription Prasterone, and adjacent topics in women’s hormone health.
What this publication is not
We are not a healthcare provider. We are not a pharmacy. Reading our content does not establish a clinician–patient relationship. The information we publish is not, and is not intended to be, a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from a licensed clinician.
Why this matters specifically for DHEA content
DHEA is a hormone. Even at over-the-counter doses sold in dietary supplements, it has documented endocrine effects. The right dose, formulation, and duration depend on individual baseline laboratory values, age, sex, symptoms, medical history, and concurrent medications. None of these variables are knowable from a public-facing article.
Articles on this site may discuss specific dose ranges, formulations, or clinical scenarios. These references are descriptive — drawn from published trials, regulatory documents, and clinical guidelines — and are not prescriptive recommendations for any individual reader.
Always work with a clinician
Decisions about whether to test, supplement, or pursue prescription hormone therapy should be made with a licensed clinician who:
- Reviews your full personal and family medical history.
- Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory tests in context.
- Considers your concurrent medications and conditions.
- Is empowered to monitor you over time and adjust your plan based on response.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under 18
Content on this site is not intended for pregnant or breastfeeding women or for readers under the age of 18. DHEA supplementation is generally contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation. Adolescents researching hormone health should consult with a pediatric provider.
If you have a hormone-sensitive condition
Readers with a history of estrogen-receptor-positive breast cancer, ovarian or uterine cancer, severe PCOS, undiagnosed vaginal bleeding, active liver disease, or active thromboembolic disease should not initiate any DHEA product — over-the-counter or prescription — without explicit clearance from a specialist physician.
Emergency situations
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number. Do not delay urgent care to read an article.
Editorial accuracy
We strive for accuracy, and our reviewers check claims against the published literature available at the time of editing. Medical literature evolves; what is true in 2026 may be revised in 2027. We update articles when material changes in the evidence base warrant it, but we cannot guarantee real-time alignment with the most recent published research at every moment.
Reporting an error
If you identify a factual error in our content, please email editorial@dhea.us.com. We take corrections seriously and publicly correct material errors with a dated correction note.
Contact
Editorial questions: editorial@dhea.us.com.