DHT Side Effects

Generic name: dihydrotachysterol

Note: This document provides detailed information about DHT Side Effects associated with dihydrotachysterol. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name DHT.

Applies to dihydrotachysterol: oral capsule, oral concentrate, oral tablet.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using dihydrotachysterol (the active ingredient contained in DHT) and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• bone pain, hard lumps under your skin;

• eyes that are more sensitive to light;

• eye redness or discharge;

• weight loss;

• metallic taste in your mouth;

• urinating more than usual, especially at night;

• nausea, vomiting;

• severe stomach pain;

• high fever; or

• uneven heartbeats.

Continue using dihydrotachysterol and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:

• dry skin;

• changes in your bowel habits;

• dry mouth; or

• muscle pain.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to dihydrotachysterol: oral capsule, oral concentrate, oral tablet.

Metabolic adverse events

Metabolic side effects have included hypercalcemia.^[Ref]

Early signs and symptoms of hypercalcemia include headache, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, constipation, abdominal cramps, dry mouth, weakness, fatigue, muscle, and bone pain, ataxia, tinnitus, and vertigo. Later hypercalcemia may result in pruritus, mental confusion, coma, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, seizures, metastatic calcification, and renal insufficiency manifested by polyuria, nocturia, polydipsia, and proteinuria.

The effects of dihydrotachysterol can persist for up to one month after discontinuation of the drug.^[Ref]

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Further information

DHT side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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