Creatine and finasteride (DHT blocker) 9/25/2020
Creatine may increase DHT and potentially accelerate hair loss, but experiences vary. Finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are suggested to manage hair loss effectively.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Self-testing if creatine speeds up hair loss (while on treatment!)
Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss in some individuals, but opinions vary. Some users report hair loss while on creatine, while others see no effect, especially when using treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling.
community Any experience with low dose creatine and finasteride?
The conversation discusses using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling for hair maintenance and regrowth. Users share experiences with low-dose creatine, noting no negative impact on hair but improved workout results.
community 41m - Topical fin/min, micro needling 1.5mm every 2 weeks, Nizoral 2% shampoo occasionally
A 41-year-old man experienced significant hair regrowth using topical finasteride (0.025%), minoxidil, microneedling every two weeks, and occasional Nizoral 2% shampoo. He advises against using creatine due to personal experience with increased hair shedding.
community Majority of online anecdotes have balding men saying their hair got worse on creatine but research says it doesn’t raise DHT, where does truth lie?
Some users report creatine worsens hair loss, while others see no effect, suggesting individual differences. Treatments mentioned include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride.
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The user reports that their hair loss treatment with oral minoxidil, dutasteride, finasteride, topical minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo, and microneedling has plateaued, with no significant additional regrowth. They have stopped using creatine to simplify their regimen and are relieved with the current state compared to before treatment.
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