Question 1

is it ok to take 5000mg of creatine a day?

Accepted Answer

Yes if you tolerate: It's a high doses. But if you tolerate it is fine.

Question 2

what could creatine do and should i take it?

Accepted Answer

Build muscle: Creatine is a popular supplement among body builders who are trying to add muscle mass. Check the other ingredients before using it. Excessive of creatinine use &amp; muscle mass will put a burden on Kidney. Talk to your PCP and know your health before using it. If you decide to take it, drink plenty of water (&gt;3 liter/d), check kidney function &amp; CPK regularly as recommended by your doctor.

Question 3

is there a good way for me to properly take creatine?

Accepted Answer

Loading dose first: You should do a loading dose first followed by the regular daily dose. Follow the instructions on the product but always visit your doctor first to make sure this is safe for you.

Question 4

is it recommended to take creatine with bodyweight exercices?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Creatine is a popular supplement among body builders &amp; athletes who are trying to add muscle mass. Check the other ingredients before using it. Excessive of creatinine use and muscle mass will put an extra burden on your Kidney. No FDA recommendation. If you decide to take it, drink plenty of water (&gt;3 liter/d), check kidney function and CPK periodically. Above all take to your PCP before using it

Question 5

can i take creatine with water?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is dangerous to take it without drinking plenty of water. Creatine dehydrates and your dark yellow urine is a sign of dehydration, so drink more water!

Question 6

is it safe for an 18 y/o to take creatine?

Accepted Answer

Controversial!: Talk to your md before taking creatine or creatine supplements . Creatine use in high school and college athletes( esp. Football and track )has increased tremendously in the past 15 -20 years.Some studies suggest increase performance w/ creatine use in short, " burst" type activities such as sprinting.They are" legal" by ncaa ; but cannot be dispensed by the college.Side effects?Cramping/wt. Gain.

Question 7

how many times aday  should i take creatine?

Accepted Answer

Once daily: Once daily, preferably before strength training. Do not overdo this supplement.

Question 8

is creatine safe for a 17 year old to take

Accepted Answer

Yes, but be aware: Creatine is used by athletes to build up muscle mass. Use of it seems harmless but doubts still remain. Mayo clinic has mentioned that it may be associated with asthma in those allergic to it. Some have mentioned that it may cause kidney and liver damage. But not proven. Best would be to be moderate in its use as even good things in excess can be harmful. Look it up on Wikipedia for more info.

Question 9

safe to take creatine when on a beta blocker?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Creatine oral appears safe if no kidney problems it is excreted in the urine.

Question 10

can i take arcalion 200mg while taking creatine?

Accepted Answer

yes: While it is entirely unclear whether arcalion truly works, there are no known interactions with creatine.

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