Re: Metformin(Glucophage) and Creatine usage.


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Posted by pike on February 01, 1997 at 17:36:01:

In Reply to: Re: Metformin(Glucophage) and Creatine usage. posted by Geo on January 31, 1997 at 23:03:40:

: : anyone ever try this combo? i am about to start this and would like
: : some user exp., feedback. i was thinking of taking it 3 times a day
: : with phosphagen hp. does anyone know the proper timing of intake,
: : ie; do you take the metformin with the phosphagen or should
: : you take the metformin like a half hour before consuming the
: : phosphagen?

: : any info or additional feedback would be appreciated.

: : thanks.

: Some good question.. will check with life exten
: MDs about best time to take as well as possible
: side effects.
: I know of some guys that used it 3 times a
: day and supposedly really got great results
: with creatine....Painful pumps and good
: weight gain.
: I know the best time to take it would be
: right after your workout. If you have
: enough, you may want to experiment a bit
: But always start out slow...ie 1/2 tab
: on day one just to make sure everything is ok
: Then 1 tab 2 tabs etc....I'll get back to
: you... in the meantime, I'll start out too!

metformin has insulin like effects in that it helps transport glucose,amino acids and creatine into muscles.
however, unlike insulin, it won't make you hypoglycemic. the biggest side effect of metformin in GI upset, so take it with food. taking it with food would be a good idea.
taking creatine, whey protein, and carbs 3 times a day with 500mg metforming should do the trick. Start with 500 mg every day then move up to 1000mg then 1500mg (but no more than that)
good luck



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