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Creatine loading vs maintenance on GLP-1 — my results so far

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hans_munich
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Apr 13, 2024 at 4:17 PM#26

+1 to tom_AK. Especially the point about "This is incredibly helpful..." — I have seen the same in my own experience with Creatine loading vs.

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Apr 13, 2024 at 4:34 PM#27

Bookmarked 📌 The Creatine loading vs info in this thread is essential. Coming back to this for sure.

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Dr.LeslieOBGYN
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Apr 13, 2024 at 4:51 PM#28

Clinical perspective on Creatine loading vs maintenance on GLP-1:

I have managed roughly 300 patients on GLP-1 therapy and this topic comes up frequently. What the data shows — and what I see in practice — is that proper titration prevents most adverse events.

For this specific question, I would recommend: reviewing the relevant clinical guidelines.

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Apr 13, 2024 at 5:08 PM#29

Want to share my personal experience related to Creatine loading vs since I think it might help others in a similar situation.

I started my GLP-1 journey in March 2025 at 245 lbs with metabolic syndrome. My telehealth provider prescribed semaglutide 0.25mg to start.

Now, 16 months later: I am down 45 lbs, my labs have normalized, and my sleep apnea has improved dramatically. The Creatine loading vs aspect specifically was something that made a big difference in my journey.

This forum was my go-to resource throughout.

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Apr 13, 2024 at 5:25 PM#30

Just wanted to say — for anyone reading this Creatine loading vs thread who is feeling discouraged: it gets better. The first few weeks are the hardest. Hang in there. 💪

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