Is anyone taking creatine while on fin and/or dut? Finasteride/Dutasteride 7/5/2024
The conversation discusses the use of creatine while on finasteride and/or dutasteride for hair loss. Opinions vary, with some users reporting no issues and others experiencing accelerated hair loss, suggesting effects are individual.
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