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| Most, if not all, of the reports and articles that I have read in regard to Creatine allude to the speakers or users as being male. As a 105-pound, 5'4", 23 year old female, I started using creatine two days ago to boost muscle mass and to gain a few pounds. I have been supplementing my creatine dosage with 12 glasses of water. Nevertheless, I have been experiencing some troublesome side effects.
First, my heart races almost incessantly, similar to the effects of nervousness or restlessness one might experience prior to a job interview or an exam. Second, I don't just feel drowsy all day, I feel sleepy (and there is a difference!) Third, I feel sick to my stomach with extreme nausea. And, fourth, I have been experiencing bowel movements twice a day (although not diarrhea.) Are these side-effects common with initial usage and will they disappear with continued usage?
I am hoping that someone will have information on creatine's effects on women and whether gender-specific differences do exist.
Julia
Houston, Texas
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| I too experienced extreme exhaustion after a couple of weeks on creatine. I asked my trainer about it. I thought I might have been overtraining. He said I wasn't eating correctly. I started eating a lot more times per day (4-5) and eating more fiber (baked potatoes, brown rice, beans and oatmeal). I haven't had any problems since.
Leon
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| Julia,
I am a 17 year old female who started taking creatine 2 weeks ago to increase muscle growth. (I am 5'4", 110lbs. and want a more muscular physique. I have been lifting for a year and enjoy the results.) I did not choose to do the loading program of 20 grams a day, but instead take 5 grams every day. I too have noticed some unhealthy side effects much like your own. I have had stomach cramps and bad gas. My face has also broken out and I notice I have to take a nap almost every day. I came online to search for a possible answer, but I think I might just stop using it all together and see if everything goes back to normal. Good Luck!
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