Overview
pH-buffered creatine.
Mechanism of action
Higher pH for stability claim.
Effects on the body
Organ system effects
Evidence-based benefits
Same as monohydrate
Moderate evidencePotential side effects
- · Well tolerated
Drug interactions
No notable interactions reported.
Supplement interactions
None listed.
No specific avoidances listed.
Dosing & bioavailability
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Scientific evidence (8)
Buffered creatine
Jagim AR, et al.
36 men
No advantage over monohydrate.
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