A High School Male Athlete Reports That He Is Taking

A high school male athlete reports that he is taking creatine supplements to enhance his athletic performance and bulk up his muscles.Which important teaching point(s) and/or recommendation(s) should be made for this supplement?(Select all that apply.)

A) Adverse effects may include muscle cramping, dehydration, GI bloating, and diarrhea.
B) Inform the health care provider of usage, should future nephrotoxic medicines be prescribed.
C) It is important to limit fluid.
D) Creatine causes a weight gain of 3 to 6 lb because of water retention.
E) Recommended dosage is 5 to 6 g four times daily for 5 to 7 days, followed by doses of 2 g/day.