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DIM 400 mg Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by SuperSmart

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

DIM 400 mg is a dietary supplement by SuperSmart 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 Diindolylmethane, Powder. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart

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.

DIM 400 mg is a straightforward single-ingredient supplement. The one active ingredient is diindolylmethane (a compound derived from cruciferous vegetables like broccoli), delivered at 400 mg per capsule.

The only other ingredient listed is acacia gum, which is an inactive binder.

Does it work?

Not established
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
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Not established

The graded evidence we hold for these ingredients covers different conditions than the ones this product is marketed for, so there's no established rating for its stated use — see Diindolylmethane's own graded uses on its monograph.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Hormonal support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), Mastalgia, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), Hormone balance, Estrogen metabolism, Menopause symptoms.
  • The closest evidence on file: Diindolylmethane is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Diindolylmethane is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Mastalgia, Premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

The effectiveness of diindolylmethane isn't well established in our data. The facts we hold show insufficient reliable evidence to rate it for benign prostatic hyperplasia, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, cervical dysplasia, or mastalgia (breast pain).

That doesn't mean it doesn't work — it means the research isn't conclusive enough yet to say either way.

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.

Diindolylmethane is generally well tolerated in short-term studies, though long-term safety isn't well established. The most common side effects you might notice are diarrhea, gas, headache, nausea, rash, and vomiting.

A rare but serious reaction called DRESS (a rash with fever and swollen lymph nodes) has been reported. One case of stroke was reported in someone taking 200 mg daily alongside other supplements and with significant underlying risk factors, though it's unclear if diindolylmethane played a role.

The safety data advises against using this supplement during pregnancy. For breastfeeding, there isn't enough safety information, so it's best to avoid it while nursing.

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.

Check your medications against this product if you take estrogens (including birth control or hormone therapy), diuretic drugs (water pills, especially ones that lower sodium), or any drug processed through the CYP1A2 liver pathway before starting. No interactions are documented for other medications we hold data on, but the three categories above warrant a conversation with your pharmacist.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

DIM 400 mg might be worth considering if you're interested in a diindolylmethane supplement and have no hormone-sensitive conditions or medications. If you take birth control, hormone replacement therapy, a diuretic, or any prescription medication, check with your pharmacist first — the interaction list is substantial.

The long-term safety picture isn't clear, so short-term use under guidance is the safer bet.

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 Jul 25, 2024.

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 400 mg, straight from the product label.

Brand SuperSmart
Barcode (UPC) 5453003824763
Net contents 120 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 315545
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years)
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart, 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), 3 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
2 Capsule(s), 4 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
5453003824763
IngredientAmount% DV
Diindolylmethane, Powder400 mg--

Other ingredients: Acacia Gum

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Label statements
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Formulation

Hormonal support

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Di-indolylmethane 400 mg per day

Each capsule contains 100 mg di-indolylmethane (DIM).

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Recommended use: Adults. Women - one to two vegetarian capsules a day, men - three to four capsules a day.

Storage

Precautions: Keeps better when refrigerated.

Store away from direct light, heat and humidity.

Precautions

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. This product is a nutritional supplement and should not replace a varied, balanced diet.

Keep out of children's reach.

As with any nutritional supplement, you should consult a health professional before taking this product if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a health problem.

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DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart

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 container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Diindolylmethane, Powder

Interacts with
269 drugs
400 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...

Diindolylmethane, Powder monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Acacia Gum. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart Drug Interactions

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269Drugs
116 Moderate 153 Minor

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in DIM 400 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.

Diindolylmethane, Powder3 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 400 mg, from the product label.

SuperSmart

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Name
SN Worldwide Unipessoal, LDA
Street Address
Avenida Do Infante 66 Edificio Quinta Avenida 1 C
City
Funchal
ZipCode
9000-015
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart: Common Questions

Does DIM 400 mg by SuperSmart interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, DIM 400 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 400 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.
Can I take DIM 400 mg while using birth control?
This product interacts with estrogens, including hormonal birth control. Diindolylmethane might increase or decrease how your body handles the hormone, which could affect how well your birth control works. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before combining them.
What side effects should I expect?
Most people experience nothing, but common side effects include diarrhea, gas, headache, nausea, rash, and vomiting. A rare serious reaction called DRESS can cause a rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Stop and call your doctor if anything unusual develops.
Is it safe to take long-term?
Short-term safety is okay, but long-term safety isn't well established. If you're considering ongoing use, that's a conversation worth having with your pharmacist or doctor.
Can I use this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
The safety data advises against using DIM during breastfeeding. During pregnancy, the rating is likely safe, but for personalized advice on either, talk with your doctor or pharmacist.
Does DIM actually work for cancer or prostate health?
The research evidence we have is insufficient to say whether it works for those uses — or for breast pain, cervical dysplasia, or colorectal cancer. It's not established one way or the other yet.
Will this interact with my water pill?
Yes, possibly. Diindolylmethane might increase the risk of low sodium if you take a sodium-depleting diuretic. Large doses have been linked to this in a few cases. Check with your pharmacist before starting.

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DIM 400 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

See these in context on the Diindolylmethane monograph →

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