How to minimize RU going systemic? 9/28/2021
An 18-year-old is considering using RU58841 for aggressive hair loss and is also thinking about taking creatine. Users suggest avoiding creatine due to its potential to increase DHT and recommend using topical finasteride instead.
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5 / 5 resultscommunity Crazy idea: creatine + topical finasteride
Using topical finasteride with creatine might help reduce hair loss by targeting local DHT while maintaining normal systemic levels, but results are uncertain without testing. Users report mixed experiences with topical treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, RU58841, and minoxidil, with some seeing regrowth and others experiencing side effects.
community Creatine's effect on Hair Loss and DHT
A 21-year-old male managed to control his hair loss using Nizoral, RU58841, and finasteride, but experienced increased scalp itchiness after starting creatine, which subsided upon stopping creatine. Users shared mixed experiences on whether creatine affects hair loss, with some reporting negative effects and others seeing no change or defending its benefits.
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Creatine may increase DHT levels, potentially causing hair loss in some people, though experiences vary. Treatments like finasteride or minoxidil are suggested to manage potential hair loss.
community DHT Itch is real. The connection between Acne and Male Pattern Baldness shows this
The conversation discusses the link between seborrheic dermatitis, acne, and male pattern baldness, suggesting that DHT may cause both skin conditions and hair loss. Treatments mentioned include RU58841, finasteride, dutasteride, minoxidil, Nizoral shampoo, and other topical anti-androgens.
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.
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