Description of Creatine (100% Creapure) - GymBeam
Short summary
Creatine monohydrate is one of the most researched sports supplements for strength and muscle mass. 5 capsules a day provide 3.25 g of especially pure, verified creatine. The effect becomes noticeable after a few weeks of regular use. Suitable for anyone training for strength, sprinting or interval workouts who wants faster recovery after training.
9.1 / 10Our expert rating
Ingredient quality9.5
Formula transparency9.5
Effectiveness8.5
Safety9.5
Independent testing8.0
How to use
Swallow 5 capsules daily with a glass of water, whenever suits you best – there is no difference in effect whether taken before, during or after training. What matters for results is regular, daily use over several weeks, including on non-training days.
Pros and Cons
Especially pure, lab-verified form of creatine (fewer impurities than regular creatine)
Independently tested for heavy metals and harmful bacteria
The dose (3.25 g) matches the recommended daily intake
Convenient, flavorless capsules – easy dosing
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
Requires regular daily use over several weeks to take effect
Less pronounced effect for long-duration endurance sports
May cause a temporary increase in body mass due to water retention in muscles
More expensive per dose than powdered creatine
Suitable for
Strength training and explosive sports – sprinting, weightlifting
People who want faster recovery after training
Vegans and vegetarians – the capsule is plant-based, gelatin-free
Experts recommend 3–5 g of creatine per day for a long-term effect (Kreider et al., 2017). This product, with five capsules a day, provides 3.25 g, which already covers this amount. In most cases there is no need for a special loading phase with higher doses at the start. Muscles gradually become saturated with creatine over about 3–4 weeks of regular use, regardless of whether you start with a loading phase or not.
Because this is Creapure, an especially pure and verified form of creatine monohydrate. Cheaper, less controlled creatine can contain trace impurities that arise during manufacturing (Tubaro et al., 2011). This product uses an especially pure form of creatine, which is further confirmed by independent testing for heavy metals and harmful bacteria – this explains the difference in price.
In healthy people without kidney disease, research consistently shows no harmful effect of normal creatine doses on the kidneys (Antonio et al., 2021). It is one of the most researched sports supplements overall, so its safety profile in healthy users is well documented. People with a known kidney condition are nevertheless advised to consult a doctor before use.
No, this is a normal and expected occurrence. Creatine increases the amount of water inside muscle cells, which is a beneficial part of how it works, not harmful swelling. As a result, users often notice slightly higher body mass on the scale during the first weeks – this is not fat. It is recommended to drink enough water while using it (Kreider et al., 2017).
No major allergens listed.
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
The product is not intended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Ingredients
Creatine monohydrate Creapure, filler (microcrystalline cellulose), anti-caking agent (magnesium stearate), hypromellose capsule.
Form:Capsules
Dose:5 capsules
Available flavors:Unflavored
Creapure creatine monohydrate:3250 mg
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