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DIM 100 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Mental Refreshment

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

DIM 100 mg is a dietary supplement by Mental Refreshment with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for estrogen/hormone balance, acne and hormonal skin issues, prostate health support.Based on those ingredients, 269 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are DIM. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: DIM (diindolylmethane), a compound derived from cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage. DIM is the sole active component in each capsule.

The remaining ingredients—gelatin and rice powder—are inactive additives that form the capsule and add bulk.

Does it work?

Couldn't assess
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Not assessable

This is a single-ingredient Diindolylmethane product and its label doesn't state a use — see Diindolylmethane's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • We looked at the product name, claims, and label statements and couldn't find a stated purpose to grade.

The evidence for DIM isn't established in the data we hold. The product is marketed for conditions like benign prostate enlargement, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, cervical dysplasia, and breast pain, but available studies rate all of these as having insufficient reliable evidence to determine whether DIM actually works for them.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Diindolylmethane

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

DIM is generally well tolerated in short-term studies, but long-term safety hasn't been well studied. The most common side effects are mild—diarrhea, gas, headache, nausea, rash, and vomiting.

A rare serious reaction called DRESS (drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms) has been reported. One case of stroke was reported in a patient taking DIM, but that person had multiple stroke risk factors and was on several other supplements, so it's unclear whether DIM played a role.

Because DIM has possible effects on hormones, the safety data advise against use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. There isn't enough safety data to know either way, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Diindolylmethane

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 1 matched ingredient can interact with medications — Diindolylmethane.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • For scale: 269 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

Before taking DIM, double-check with your doctor or pharmacist if you're on birth control pills, hormone replacement therapy, or other estrogen-based medications—DIM might change their effects. Also flag any water pills (diuretics) you take, especially sodium-depleting ones, and any drugs metabolized by the liver enzyme CYP1A2, since DIM might lower their levels and reduce how well they work.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no assessable stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

DIM might be worth considering if you're interested in a supplement derived from cruciferous vegetables, but the evidence that it actually works for any specific condition isn't solid. If you take estrogen-based medications, water pills, or drugs metabolized by CYP1A2, you should check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting it—DIM could affect how those drugs work.

Long-term safety is unclear, so this is one to discuss with your own healthcare provider before adding to your routine.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Apr 22, 2021.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about DIM 100 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand Mental Refreshment
Barcode (UPC) 7138073751024
Net contents 200 Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Apr 22, 2021
DSLD ID 247603
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
200
UPC/BARCODE
7138073751024
IngredientAmount% DV
DIM100 mg--

Other ingredients: Gelatin, Rice powder

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Label statements
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Formulation

Premium Brand / Optimum Results

Contains No: Artificial coloring, artificial flavor, preservatives, yeast, corn, milk or milk derivatives, lactose, salt, sodium, soy, sugar, gluten, starch or wheat.

We have assayed & fully guarantee the quality and potency of this product.

Guaranteed Laboratory Tested Quality

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in a FDA Registered facility that conforms to GMP standards GMP Good Manufacturing Practices Consistent Quality

Made in the USA

General Statements

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Directions: For adults, take one (1) capsule daily, preferably with meals.

Precautions

Warning: If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult your doctor before use.

Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children.

Formula

Diindolylmethane

Storage

Store in a dry place and avoid excessive heat.

See for yourself

DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container200 Amounts shown are per serving.

DIM

Interacts with
269 drugs
100 mg per serving

Diindolylmethane (DIM) is a compound made when your body digests cruciferous vegetables, and it is sold as a supplement mainly for hormone balance and...

DIM monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Gelatin, Rice powder. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment Drug Interactions

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269Drugs
116 Moderate 153 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

DIM 269

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in DIM 100 mg with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

DIM3 drug types · 269 drugs

Diuretic Drugs

Theoretically, diindolylmethane might increase the risk of hyponatremia if used with sodium-depleting diuretics.
Large doses of diindolylmethane (600 mg daily) have been associated with two cases of asymptomatic hyponatremia in clinical research.

Likelihood Possible Evidence B
Estrogens

Theoretically, diindolylmethane might increase or decrease the effects of estrogens.
Diindolylmethane might have mild estrogenic or antiestrogenic effects. Theoretically, large amounts of diindolylmethane might interfere with hormone replacement therapy.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
Cytochrome P450 1A2 (Cyp1A2) Substrates

Theoretically, diindolylmethane might lower serum levels of CYP1A2 substrates.
In vitro evidence suggests that diindolylmethane can induce CYP1A2. Theoretically, it might increase metabolism of CYP1A2 substrates and lower serum concentrations. This interaction has not been reported in humans.

Likelihood Unlikely Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for DIM 100 mg, from the product label.

Mental Refreshment

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Name
Mental Refreshment Nutrition
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DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment: Common Questions

Does DIM 100 mg by Mental Refreshment interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, DIM 100 mg has a known interaction with 269 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
DIM 100 mg contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Does DIM actually help with prostate problems, breast cancer, or the other conditions listed?
The evidence isn't established yet. Available studies on DIM for benign prostate enlargement, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, cervical dysplasia, and breast pain all have insufficient reliable evidence to say whether it works. You'd want to talk with your doctor about whether it's worth trying alongside proven treatments.
What are the most common side effects?
Diarrhea, gas, headache, nausea, rash, and vomiting are the main ones people report. These are generally mild and short-lived, but if any of them bother you or don't go away, let your doctor or pharmacist know.
Is it safe to take during pregnancy?
There isn't enough safety data to know either way. Because DIM has possible effects on hormones, the safety data advise against use in pregnancy. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant—they can help you decide what's best for your situation.
Is it safe while breastfeeding?
No—there's no reliable safety information available for breastfeeding, so it's best avoided. If you're breastfeeding and interested in this supplement, check with your doctor or pharmacist first.
Why does DIM interact with so many medications?
DIM affects how your liver breaks down certain drugs and also has hormonal properties. It can induce a liver enzyme (CYP1A2) that metabolizes a large class of medications, which is why the total interaction count is high even though the product has only one active ingredient.
Is this a filler-free supplement?
No—in addition to the active DIM, each capsule contains gelatin and rice powder as inactive ingredients that form the capsule and add bulk.

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DIM 100 mg's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 14 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Diindolylmethane 14 references
  1. Natl Inst Health, Natl Inst Environmental Health Sci. Indole-3-carbinol. Available at: http://ntp-server.niehs.nih.gov.
  2. Balk JL. Indole-3-carbinol for cancer prevention. Altern Med Alert 2000; 3:105-7.
  3. Riby JE, Chang GHF, Firestone GL, Bjeldanes LF. Ligand-independent activation of estrogen receptor function by 3,3'-diindolylmethane in human breast cancer cells. Biochem Pharmacol 2000;60:167-77. PubMed
  4. Lake BG, Tredger JM, Renwick AB, et al. 3'3-diindolylmethane induces CYP1A2 in cultured precision-cut human liver slices. Xenobiotica 1998;28:803-11. PubMed
  5. Dalessandri, K. M., Firestone, G. L., Fitch, M. D., Bradlow, H. L., and Bjeldanes, L. F. Pilot study: effect of 3,3'-diindolylmethane supplements on urinary hormone metabolites in postmenopausal women with a history of early-stage breast cancer. Nutr Canc PubMed
  6. Reed, G. A., Arneson, D. W., Putnam, W. C., Smith, H. J., Gray, J. C., Sullivan, D. K., Mayo, M. S., Crowell, J. A., and Hurwitz, A. Single-dose and multiple-dose administration of indole-3-carbinol to women: pharmacokinetics based on 3,3'-diindolylmetha
  7. Reed, G. A., Sunega, J. M., Sullivan, D. K., Gray, J. C., Mayo, M. S., Crowell, J. A., and Hurwitz, A. Single-dose pharmacokinetics and tolerability of absorption-enhanced 3,3'-diindolylmethane in healthy subjects. Cancer Epidemiol.Biomarkers Prev. 2008; PubMed
  8. Del Priore G., Gudipudi, D. K., Montemarano, N., Restivo, A. M., Malanowska-Stega, J., and Arslan, A. A. Oral diindolylmethane (DIM): pilot evaluation of a nonsurgical treatment for cervical dysplasia. Gynecol.Oncol. 2010;116(3):464-467. PubMed
  9. Heath, E. I., Heilbrun, L. K., Li, J., Vaishampayan, U., Harper, F., Pemberton, P., and Sarkar, F. H. A phase I dose-escalation study of oral BR-DIM (BioResponse 3,3'- Diindolylmethane) in castrate-resistant, non-metastatic prostate cancer. Am.J.Transl.R
  10. Jellinck, P. H., Forkert, P. G., Riddick, D. S., Okey, A. B., Michnovicz, J. J., and Bradlow, H. L. Ah receptor binding properties of indole carbinols and induction of hepatic estradiol hydroxylation. Biochem.Pharmacol. 3-9-1993;45(5):1129-1136. PubMed
  11. Bui PV, Moualla M, Upson DJ. A Possible Association of Diindolylmethane with Pulmonary Embolism and Deep Venous Thrombosis. Case Rep Med. 2016;2016:7527098. PubMed
  12. Castañon A, Tristram A, Mesher D, Powell N, Beer H, Ashman S, Rieck G, Fielder H, Fiander A, Sasieni P. Effect of diindolylmethane supplementation on low-grade cervical cytological abnormalities: double-blind, randomised, controlled trial. Br J Cancer. 20 PubMed
  13. Le TM, Sanders CJ, van de Corput L, van Erpecum KJ, Röckmann H. Drug rash with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms caused by the dietary supplement diindolylmethane. J Allergy Clin Immunol Pract. 2016 Jan-Feb;4(1):175-6. PubMed
  14. Pence ST, Mehta K, Crum-Bailey J. The Serious Side of Supplements: An Ischemic Stroke in a Healthy 38-year-old Female. Mil Med 2022. PubMed

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