People that lost more hair on creatine, were you taking fin/dut also? Chat 2/16/2026
Creatine may cause hair thinning for some, but experiences vary. Some users on finasteride report no hair loss from creatine, while others notice shedding that reverses after stopping creatine.
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6 / 814 resultscommunity Creatine and hair loss while on finasteride
Finasteride users discuss the impact of creatine on hair loss, with mixed personal experiences and no definitive evidence linking creatine to increased hair loss. Some report shedding, while others see no change, and a new study suggests creatine does not increase DHT or cause hair loss.
community Any of you on finasteride and taking creatine? Are you still seeing hair regrowth/maintenance?
Finasteride users discussing creatine's impact on hair loss. Most believe creatine doesn't significantly affect hair, with some reporting no issues and others experiencing thinning.
community Dutasteride Users, do you Still Take Creatine?
The conversation discusses the potential impact of creatine on hair loss, with some users sharing personal experiences of increased shedding while others argue there's no scientific evidence linking creatine to hair loss. The original poster switched from finasteride to dutasteride and is considering resuming creatine after monitoring its effects on hair loss.
community creatine has not effected my hair
Creatine generally does not affect hair loss, but some report increased shedding due to higher DHT levels. Many manage hair loss with dutasteride, finasteride, and minoxidil.
community Creatine and Finasteride experience
Creatine use with finasteride has mixed effects on hair, with some experiencing shedding and others noticing no impact. Many attribute concerns to individual sensitivity or unrelated factors.
community 1 year and 7 months on fin and started shedding this month.
The user experienced hair shedding after 1 year and 7 months on finasteride, possibly due to creatine use or a natural shedding phase. Despite concerns, they believe the shedding is temporary and expect hair to regrow thicker.
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