I am new to lifting, and new to creatine. I started a loading phase yesterday of creatine mono and very soon after I started feeling a stabbing pain above my right hip. I have heard that slight abdominal pain may occur when starting creatine but this seems like a bit much. I took 3 scoops yesterday, around 15 grams, and have taken 2 scoops today. This pain shouldn't be caused by creatine but I just wanted to be sure. Should I stop taking creatine and see if the pain subsides? Thanks.
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07-03-2022, 12:37 PM #1Registered User
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Sharp pain above hip after starting creatine?
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07-03-2022, 12:52 PM #2Common sense/moderation.
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You don't need to load creatine, it's a waste, just take 5g per day.
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07-03-2022, 05:38 PM #3Registered User
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Stay hydrated and 3-5g daily is enough.
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07-04-2022, 02:26 AM #4Registered User
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Like others have said above, 5g creatine is sufficient daily and consistently. I typically will either throw a scoop in my post workout shake or morning coffee.
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