Looking for pros and cons of creatine use

[Pirate123]

May retain water (but it's not bad) and effect kidneys.

 

[juced_porkchop]

My 17 year old son came home with Cellucor C4 Extreme creatine pre work out drink he bought because it was recommended from a buddy at school.

I have read up on creatine but am looking for some first hand experience's do educate myself on the use of it any help would be greatly appriciated.

pros: many many

cons: if you go cray and take 10g at a time maybe the shits and bloating.
I take it on or off cycle. from 2-5g ed
I rec simple creatine mono, not this overhyped and priced crap.

 

[juced_porkchop]

May retain water (but it's not bad) and effect kidneys.

liver/kidneys are fine if your staying hydrated. and the spike in liver marker is from a test based on creatine so taking it will give faule reading, but liver if fine.

 

[atpprom]

Creatine is not only used by athletes to improve their overall performance, it may also help treat a range of neuromuscular and neurodegenerative disorders, such as arthritis, Parkinson's disease, congestive heart failure, and depression, in addition to improving cognitive ability.

Side effects and Precautions

People are advised to talk to their doctor before taking creatine supplements.

At recommended doses creatine is considered safe to consume. However, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center4, creatine can cause mild side effects, such as:
stomach pain
nausea
muscle cramping
diarrhea.

In addition, patients with kidney disease should completely avoid using creatine, and caution is advised for diabetics and people taking blood sugar supplements.