Origin: Produced by the adrenal glands but can also be sourced from supplements
Also Known As:
Dehydroepiandrosterone
Androstenolone
Prasterone
Androst-5-en-3β-ol-17-one
5,6-Didehydroepiandrosterone
Dehydroisoepiandrosterone
Overview: Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), also known as androstenolone, is an endogenous steroid hormone. It is one of the most abundant circulating steroids in humans. It is produced in the adrenal glands, gonads, and the brain.
It functions as a metabolic intermediate in the biosynthesis of the androgen and estrogen sex steroids both in the gonads and in various other tissues.
Common Dosage: 25 to 50 mg per day
