Description of Creatine Monohydrate (tablets)
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Myprotein Creatine Monohydrate in tablet form provides 100% pure creatine monohydrate for effectively increasing strength and performance. It is designed for active individuals and athletes who want to boost their explosiveness during short, high-intensity efforts and accelerate progress toward their fitness goals.
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How to use
Take 5 tablets at once, with a sufficient amount of water, preferably together with a meal containing carbohydrates or protein. The timing of intake relative to training (before or after exercise) is not crucial for the effect – what matters more is consistent daily use, as creatine works cumulatively through gradual saturation of the muscles' phosphocreatine stores.
Pros and Cons
100% pure creatine monohydrate – the most researched and proven effective form of creatine (Kreider et al., 2022)
Full maintenance dose (5 g per day) – in tablet form it reaches the upper limit of the clinically effective range, which is rare for tablet/capsule products
Boosts performance during short-duration, intense efforts
Helps delay the onset of fatigue during demanding sets
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
Regular daily use is required for noticeable effects
Benefits are less pronounced in long-duration endurance sports
May cause a temporary increase in body mass due to water retention in the muscles
5 tablets per dose must be taken at once, which is less convenient than a single scoop of powder or a smaller number of capsules
Suitable for
Athletes doing weightlifting and fitness training – to support strength during short, intense efforts
Sprinters and speed-discipline athletes – for extra explosiveness
Individuals performing heavy multi-rep sets – to delay the onset of fatigue
Fans of high-intensity interval training (HIIT)
Vegans and vegetarians – creatine monohydrate is synthesized, with no animal origin
Five tablets is a deliberate dose, as together they provide 5 g of creatine monohydrate per day – the upper limit of the maintenance dose recommended for long-term use by the International Society of Sports Nutrition (Kreider et al., 2017). A smaller number of tablets would mean a lower daily intake, which isn't necessarily wrong (even 3 g/day is effective), but it would extend the time needed to fully saturate the muscles' creatine stores. If taking five tablets at once isn't convenient for you, you can split them throughout the day, since the total daily amount matters more than a single dose.
Elevated serum creatinine is a common and expected physiological occurrence with creatine use, since creatinine is a natural metabolite of creatine – on its own it does not indicate kidney damage (Antonio et al., 2023). Nevertheless, if you have known or suspected kidney disease, or have ever had abnormal kidney test results, we recommend consulting a doctor before using creatine, who can monitor kidney function using markers independent of creatinine, such as cystatin C (Longobardi et al., 2025). This product's label does not include a specific warning for people with kidney disease, so general caution applies.
For minors, AdvancedU's internal documentation recommends caution, as there is not yet sufficient long-term pediatric safety data on creatine (Jagim & Kerksick, 2021) – although the FDA does classify it as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS). This product's label does not specify an age restriction, so we recommend visiting a doctor or sports nutritionist before use, especially during adolescence, who can assess whether the supplement is suitable given your age, body weight, and training level.
Research shows no significant difference in this regard – the timing of intake relative to training (before, during, or after) has no statistically significant impact on creatine's effect, as long as daily intake is consistent (AdvancedU internal evidence registry, conflict #27). More important than the exact timing is taking the tablets every day, since creatine works cumulatively through gradual saturation of the muscles' phosphocreatine stores. Myprotein does recommend taking it right before or after a workout, which is a practical, though not scientifically necessary, choice.
May contain traces of milk, soy, eggs, and cereals containing gluten.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose (5 tablets)
As with all creatine supplements, caution is advised for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, minors, and individuals with kidney disease – in these cases, consult a doctor before use (Longobardi et al., 2025)
Ingredients
Creatine monohydrate, anti-caking agent (magnesium stearate), bulking agent (microcrystalline cellulose).
Form:Tablets
Dose:5 tablets
Available flavors:Unflavored
Creatine Monohydrate:5 g
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