NOW Creatine Monohydrate Micronized Powder 500g – Pure Unflavoured Creatine for Strength & Muscle Performance

NOW Creatine Monohydrate Micronized Powder provides 100% pure, pharmaceutical-grade creatine monohydrate in a micronized form for faster dissolution and better mixing. Creatine is the most researched and evidence-supported sports supplement for increasing muscle strength, power output, high-intensity exercise capacity, and lean muscle mass. The unflavoured, pure powder format allows flexible dosing in any drink or protein shake.

• 100% pure micronized creatine monohydrate — no fillers or additives
• Micronized for faster dissolution and improved mixability
• Clinically proven to increase strength, power, and lean muscle mass
• Suitable for loading and maintenance protocols
• 500g — GMP certified, non-GMO

Frequently Asked Questions

What does creatine monohydrate do?

Creatine is stored in muscles as phosphocreatine — a rapid energy source for short, high-intensity bursts of exercise (sprinting, lifting, jumping). Supplemental creatine increases the phosphocreatine pool, allowing muscles to regenerate ATP faster during intense exercise, resulting in greater strength, power, and endurance during high-intensity training. Over time this leads to greater lean muscle mass gains.

Do I need to do a loading phase?

A loading phase (20g/day split into 4 doses for 5–7 days) saturates the muscles faster, allowing benefits within a week. A maintenance dose (3–5g/day) without loading achieves the same saturation after 3–4 weeks. Both approaches are equally effective — loading just speeds up the initial saturation.

What is the best way to take creatine powder?

Mix 3–5g (approximately 1 teaspoon) into water, juice, or a protein shake once daily. Post-workout with a carbohydrate-containing drink may slightly enhance uptake. The micronized form dissolves well in cold liquids and has minimal taste.

Is creatine safe for women?

Yes. Creatine is safe and effective for women seeking to improve strength, power, and muscle tone. Research also suggests benefits for women in cognitive function, bone health, and mood. There is no evidence that creatine causes women to become "bulky."

Does creatine cause water retention or bloating?

Creatine draws water into muscle cells (intracellular), which increases muscle fullness and is part of how it works. This is not the same as subcutaneous water retention (bloating). Some people experience mild GI discomfort during loading — taking smaller doses throughout the day reduces this.