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I was out on dim for acne & hormonal issues. i recently was in the hospital (severe dehydration) & took a break from it. i wanted to start again due to bad periods & acne. i was told to try every other day or twice a week. is this still beneficial ?

Q: i was out on dim for acne & hormonal issues. i recently was in the hospital (severe dehydration) & took a break from it. i wanted to start again due to bad periods & acne. i was told to try every other day or twice a week. is this still beneficial ?

: DIM is a supplement with controversial benefits on acne and hormonal imbalance. We are not well educated about the OTC supplements in general so I doubt if any doctor in this forum can give you a precise answer.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

DIM is a supplement with controversial benefits on acne and hormonal imbalance. We are not well educated about the OTC supplements in general so I doubt if any doctor in this forum can give you a precise answer.

Answered 1/10/2023

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A member asked:

I was out on dim for acne & hormonal issues. i recently was in the hospital (severe dehydration) & took a break from it. i wanted to start again due to bad periods & acne. i was told to try every other day or twice a week. is this still beneficial ?

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