How many of you guys take creatine and is on finasteride ? Any issues ? Chat 3/9/2025
Some users report no issues with hair loss while taking creatine and finasteride, while others experience shedding and attribute it to creatine. The effects of creatine on hair loss appear to vary, with some individuals being more sensitive to DHT increases.
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6 / 750 resultscommunity Does creatine increase DHT/cause hair loss?
Creatine is reported to cause increased hair shedding, but there is no scientific evidence linking it to hair loss. Some users manage hair loss with finasteride and minoxidil or consider stopping creatine if shedding worsens.
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Creatine may increase hair loss in those with male pattern baldness (MPB) due to increased DHT, but whey protein generally does not affect hair loss. Finasteride and minoxidil are used to manage hair loss, and some users report increased shedding with creatine but not with whey protein.
community Will dht levels increased by creatine cancel out with finasteride
Creatine may increase DHT levels, but its impact on hair loss is unclear and not well-studied. Many users report no significant hair loss while using creatine alongside finasteride, though some experience increased shedding.
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Creatine is believed by some users to cause hair shedding, though a study found no increase in DHT or testosterone levels. Many users shared personal experiences of hair loss after using creatine, while others noted no change, suggesting individual variability.
community Can i counter creatine with finasteride? Will it hinder my progression on fin?
Creatine might increase DHT levels, potentially affecting hair loss, but its impact is debated. Some users experience hair shedding with creatine despite using finasteride, while others notice no change.
community Results are in for my experiment with Creatine/Fin
Creatine use with finasteride increased DHT levels, possibly affecting hair loss. The user plans to reduce creatine to stabilize DHT and hair shedding.
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