Weight gain of 2-5 lbs, a result of water retention, is expected with creatine use. The ulcer drug Tagamet should not be taken with creatine. Ask your doctor if creatine is dangerous with any of the drugs you are currently taking. The powder form is the most common and is usually mixed up 4 times daily in a full glass of orange or grape juice. Most adult athletes, with normal kidney function, can take 5 grams in 4 daily divided doses for 5 days then 2 grams per day.
Some companies add carbohydrates to the supplement that significantly increases the cost.
Green s study in 1996 stated that Dextrose can increase skeletal muscle creatine accumulation. It appears to give the most benefit in high intensity intermittent activities such as Football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, hockey, weightlifting, hockey, and wrestling. These are sports that require bursts of energy. Do not take Creatine if you have kidney malfunction or are younger than 16. Not FDA regulated.