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Caffeine

Caffeine (1,3,7-Trimethylxanthine)

9.5/10 evidencemoderate safety

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Creatine

Creatine Monohydrate

9.5/10 evidencehigh safety

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Evidence

Evidence Score

Tie9.5/10

Studies: 40+

Meta-analyses: 26

Avg Quality: 8.8/10

Evidence Score

Tie9.5/10

Studies: 40+

Meta-analyses: 23

Avg Quality: 8.9/10

Dosage & Timing

Dosage:

100-200mg

Best Time:

Morning, 30-60 minutes before exercise

Can take on empty stomach

Form:

Pill/capsule for precise dosing

Dosage:

5g daily

Best Time:

Any time, Post-workout may have slight advantage

Can take on empty stomach

Form:

Monohydrate powder

What You'll Notice

👁️ Increased Alertness95%

15-45 minutes

🎯 Improved Focus85%

30-60 minutes

🏃 Better Exercise Performance80%

30-60 minutes

💪 Increased Strength85%

2-4 weeks

📈 Muscle Fullness90%

1-2 weeks

💧 Water Retention75%

First week

Safety

moderate safety rating

Contraindications:

Severe anxiety disorders
Uncontrolled high blood pressure
Heart arrhythmias

Drug Interactions:

Stimulant medications (Adderall, etc.)
MAO inhibitors
Certain antibiotics (Cipro)

Side Effects:

Jitteriness/anxietyInsomniaIncreased heart rate

high safety ratingBest

Contraindications:

Pre-existing kidney disease (consult doctor)
Rare genetic creatine metabolism disorders

Drug Interactions:

Nephrotoxic drugs

Side Effects:

Water retentionGI discomfort

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Caffeine

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What You'll Notice

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Compare Supplements

Caffeine

Creatine

Evidence

Dosage & Timing

What You'll Notice

Safety

Works Well With

Categories