- How much should I take per day?
- A standard maintenance dose is about 5 g, roughly one level scoop, once a day. Some people load with 20 g split into four doses for a week, but that is optional.
- Does it need to be cycled?
- No. Creatine monohydrate is safe for continuous daily use, and cycling is not required. Consistency matters more than timing.
- Can I mix it with coffee or a protein shake?
- Yes. It mixes into coffee, juice or a protein shake. Hot liquid dissolves it more easily than cold water.
- Is this the same as creatine HCl or creatine ethyl ester?
- No. This is creatine monohydrate, the most studied form. HCl and ethyl ester have far less evidence behind them.
- Is it suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
- Yes. The powder is synthetic and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
- How long does the 8 oz tub last?
- At 5 g a day, an 8 oz tub lasts roughly 45 days.
- Where is the NOW Sports Creatine Monohydrate 8 oz cheapest?
- At Herbspro, for $9.82, as of our latest check.