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DHEA and DHEA-S: a review.

P D Kroboth¹, F S Salek, A L Pittenger

¹Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy, University of Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA.

Journal of Clinical Pharmacology

|April 10, 1999

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Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and its metabolite DHEA-S are adrenal hormones with debated biological significance. This review covers their metabolism, physiology, and impact on various health aspects, including drug influences.

Area of Science:

Endocrinology
Metabolic Science
Neuroendocrinology

Background:

Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) and DHEA-S are endogenous hormones produced by the adrenal cortex.
Their precise biological roles remain controversial despite decades of research.
Adrenocorticotrophin (ACTH) regulates their secretion.

Purpose of the Study:

To comprehensively review the metabolism and physiology of DHEA and DHEA-S.
To examine factors influencing DHEA and DHEA-S concentrations, including age, gender, disease, diet, and exercise.
To summarize the effects of drugs and DHEA administration on these hormone levels.

Main Methods:

Literature review synthesizing existing research on DHEA and DHEA-S.
Analysis of factors affecting endogenous hormone concentrations.

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Summary of pharmacological and exogenous DHEA administration effects.

Main Results:

DHEA and DHEA-S concentrations vary with age, gender, and disease states.
Diet, exercise, and drug treatments significantly influence hormone levels.
Specific sections detail associations with stress, CNS function, psychiatric disorders, insulin sensitivity, immunity, and cardiovascular health.

Conclusions:

DHEA and DHEA-S are key hormones with complex physiological roles.
Understanding their regulation and impact is crucial for various medical conditions.
Further research is needed to fully elucidate their significance and therapeutic potential.