Micronized Creatine Monohydrate - 500 grams

• Pure Powder
• Muscle Fuel*
• Lean Mass*

Creatine is a compound that occurs naturally in the body, primarily in skeletal muscle. Creatine’s function is to serve as a precursor to adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the form of chemical energy used by all cells.* Body stores of creatine create a pool of readily available ATP for energy, which is necessary for fueling quick bursts of power and strength.* Studies have demonstrated that creatine supplementation can help to maintain existing muscle tissue, support the growth and development of lean mass, and promote optimal performance during short bouts of intense exercise.* NOW^® Micronized Creatine Monohydrate mixes easily and has no additives or preservatives. 

Other Ingredients: None.

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition (especially kidney condition). Keep out of reach of children.

This product is sold by weight not volume.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Store in a cool, dry, dark place after opening.

Packaged and quality tested in the USA.

???? When a high dosage (≈15 g/day) might be beneficial

A high dose of creatine (usually 15–25 g/day) is typically used for short-term loading or in specific medical contexts:

1. Creatine Loading Phase (Athletic Use)

• Purpose: Rapidly saturate muscle creatine stores.

• Typical protocol: 20 g/day (split into 4×5 g doses) for 5–7 days.

• Who uses it: Athletes who want quicker benefits in strength, sprint performance, or recovery.

• When useful:

  • Before a competition or training cycle when immediate benefit is desired.

  • When someone hasn’t used creatine before and wants faster muscle saturation.

After the loading phase, people drop to a maintenance dose (~3–5 g/day).

2. Clinical or Therapeutic Contexts

• Neuromuscular disorders (e.g., muscular dystrophy, ALS, mitochondrial disorders): higher doses are sometimes used under medical supervision.

• Brain injury or neuroprotection research: some studies explore higher short-term doses for potential protective effects.

• Creatine deficiency syndromes: doses up to 10–20 g/day are sometimes prescribed to restore normal levels.

⚠️ In these cases, dosing is guided by a physician and tailored to the condition and the individual’s tolerance.

???? When lower dosages (3–5 g/day) are typical

This is the standard maintenance or long-term supplementation dose.

1. Ongoing Athletic or Fitness Use

• Goal: Maintain full muscle creatine saturation after loading — or reach it gradually in ~3–4 weeks without loading.

• Dose: 3–5 g/day (depending on body size and diet).

• Why it works: Once muscles are saturated, excess creatine is excreted — more doesn’t help.

2. General Health & Cognitive Benefits

• For potential brain energy support, mood stabilization, or anti-fatigue benefits, 3–5 g/day is often enough.

• Higher doses don’t seem to improve outcomes for healthy people beyond this range.

3. Small Individuals or Gradual Approach

• People under ~60 kg (130 lb), or those prone to stomach upset from creatine, might take 2–3 g/day and still get full benefits over time.

⚠️ Potential downsides of high doses

• Water retention / bloating (temporary)

• Gastrointestinal distress (especially if taken all at once)

• Wasted supplement (body excretes excess creatine once muscles are full)

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