UNDERSTAND THE METHOD
How to use this calculator
Enter adult body weight and select a published protocol to check its arithmetic. Loading uses 0.3 g/kg/day for 5–7 days, commonly divided into four servings. Maintenance uses 0.03 g/kg/day. Loading is optional.
What the result can tell you
This is a published-rate conversion, not an individual supplement prescription. It does not assess kidney function, medication interactions, pregnancy, or suitability for a medical condition. Review those questions with a clinician before use.
Common questions
How are the two creatine amounts calculated?
Loading uses 0.3 g per kg per day and shows four example servings for 5–7 days. Maintenance uses 0.03 g per kg per day. Loading is optional.
Is this a personal supplement prescription?
No. It converts published rates into grams. It does not assess kidney function, medicine interactions, pregnancy, or suitability for a medical condition.
Sources & limitations
Sources checked September 12, 2026. These notes identify methods and assumptions. They have not received an independent clinical review.
- ISSN position stand describes common creatine protocols.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Review explains loading, maintenance, and common questions.pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov