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Posted by linkadge on November 10, 2010, at 15:37:03
I read somewhere that creatine could augment antidepressants. I recently started taking about 2-3 grams and have notice that my sleep at night has improved significantly. If I do need to take clonazepam, I can get by with 1/4 of a 0.5mg tab.
Has anyone else experienced improved sleep while taking creatine?
Linkadge
Posted by sigismund on November 11, 2010, at 19:39:03
In reply to creatine helps me sleep ??, posted by linkadge on November 10, 2010, at 15:37:03
Do you have a theory as to why this might be happening?
Posted by morgan miller on November 14, 2010, at 16:12:13
In reply to Re: creatine helps me sleep ??, posted by sigismund on November 11, 2010, at 19:39:03
Maybe creatine is increasing output of adenosine at night, which plays a major role in calming the brain and preparing us for a restful sleep.
I was also thinking that creatine is improving brain energy production during the day, having a greater "winding down" or resting effect at night, similar to how exercise allows us to rest and sleep easier at night.
Posted by morgan miller on November 14, 2010, at 16:19:54
In reply to creatine helps me sleep ??, posted by linkadge on November 10, 2010, at 15:37:03
I understand there is a difference between ATP and the adenosine that impacts sleep, but I thought maybe adenosine receptors and adenosine output could be effected by creatine. I don't think there is any evidence for this. Maybe my second guess is more likely.
Posted by Lao Tzu on November 17, 2010, at 13:17:03
In reply to creatine helps me sleep ??, posted by linkadge on November 10, 2010, at 15:37:03
That's interesting. I'm always interested in supplements that can help with sleep, although I've been doing okay with my regimen lately, some vitamins and minerals. Thanks for posting your results.
Lao
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