I'm convinced creatine causes hair loss for me 2/24/2026
Creatine is believed by some to cause hair loss, potentially by increasing DHT levels, despite conflicting evidence. Users report mixed results when combining creatine with treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil.
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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 Does anyone take creatine. Are you worried about DHT increase.
Creatine may increase DHT, but many users report no significant hair loss when using it alongside treatments like finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil. Some individuals experience hair shedding with creatine, but scientific evidence does not consistently support a link between creatine and increased hair loss.
community Dutasteride Immunity? DHT increasing on Dutasteride.
Dutasteride did not lower DHT levels as expected for the user, despite switching from finasteride and stopping creatine. The user also started taking oral minoxidil, which might be helping with hair loss.
community Creatine and finasteride (DHT blocker)
Creatine may increase DHT and potentially accelerate hair loss, but experiences vary. Finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling are suggested to manage hair loss effectively.
community Longtime Creatine Users, Good/Bad Experiences?
Creatine use is linked to increased hair shedding for some, especially those with DHT sensitivity, but experiences vary. Some users manage hair loss with treatments like finasteride, minoxidil, or dutasteride, while others stop creatine to reduce shedding.
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