Ah man, there is no one answer for this. Some say yes (but a decreased potency) and others say no as it has turned into creatinine. I disagree with the latter answer. My suggestion is try it, if it upsets your stomach, throw it away. If it doesn't, check if it is doing anything for you. Do this by weighing yourself prior to taking the creatine, and 2 weeks later weigh yourself again. If you are loading the creatine, you should have gained about 1.5 -2kgs of weight (that is water rentention). Then you know it is working and serving its purpose.
It's best not to take risks and discard expired supplements. Expired creatine is probably not dangerous, only less effective and/or less potent. There's no reason why creatine (expired or not) would damage your liver. Unless some bacteria have begun to form, the creatine would probably not be dangerous. Most supplements do carry an expiration date, and it's probably just good practice to follow these dates. To be on the safe side, you should discard expired creatine or any other supplements. At the same time, don't fret if you did consume some of the expired creatine.
Not very effective
Micronized creatine has smaller particles, making it easier to dissolve in liquid and potentially easier on the stomach. Regular creatine has larger particles and may not dissolve as well. Both types are effective for enhancing athletic performance, but micronized creatine may be more convenient for some people due to its better solubility.
They're not. Hence EXPIRED. Go see your doctor.
Creatine Monohydrate. It's cheap and effective. If you are getting the right product, it should be AROUND $20 for 1000 grams.
Drinking alcohol can reduce the absorption and effectiveness of creatine supplementation. Alcohol can interfere with the body's ability to absorb creatine, making it less effective in improving athletic performance. It is recommended to avoid consuming alcohol when taking creatine supplements for optimal results.
A year after expired date so says the folks at Forest Laboratories. After that may not be as effective.
yes, it will just be less effective.
Creatine is one of the most highly recommended supplements for body builders. Creatine not only helps build muscle, it provides energy for more effective workouts.
Creatine has shown some effectiveness in reducing joint pain in certain individuals, but more research is needed to fully understand its impact on joint health.
Combining beer consumption with creatine supplementation can have negative effects on hydration levels and liver function. Beer can dehydrate the body, while creatine requires adequate hydration to be effective. Additionally, the liver may be strained by processing both alcohol and creatine, potentially leading to health issues.
Expired medication will likely work just fine and is unlikely to hurt you. It may be less effective.