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Creatine MonohydrateUnflavored Creatine Powder, 5 g per Scoop

5.0 · 16 reviews

5 g of creatine monohydrate a day, the dose used in the strength research. One ingredient, unflavored, 50 servings.

  • 5 g creatine monohydrate. The dose used in research.
  • Supports strength and muscle gains with consistent training
  • About 60¢ a day. 50 servings per tub.
  • Unflavored. Mixes into water, Hydromend, or a shake.

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  • One IngredientCreatine monohydrate. Nothing else.
  • 5 gcreatine monohydrate per scoop, the studied dose
  • 1ingredient. Nothing else in the tub
  • 50servings per tub
  • 60¢about what a day costs

Customer reviews

5.0 average from 16 reviews.

From our events

Built for people who actually train.

Creatine is the boring powder that quietly makes hard sessions better when you stay consistent.

Sampling at live events
Sampling at live events
Real people, real routines
Real people, real routines
Built for busy, active days
Built for busy, active days

Photos from Centauri Pure events. Results vary. Consistency matters.

How Creatine supports training

A simple, research-backed strength and performance add to your training routine.

Supports strength & power gains

Creatine tops up your muscles' phosphocreatine. That helps them remake energy faster during short, hard efforts. In training studies, that often shows up as an extra rep or two. Over weeks of training, that can add up to more strength and muscle.

Helps muscles look and feel fuller

Creatine pulls a little extra water into your muscles, not under your skin. Some lifters notice their muscles feel fuller. Some people gain a few pounds of water at first, mostly if they load. That is water, not fat.

Backs high-intensity performance

Squats, sprints, or circuit-style intervals. Creatine supports the energy system your muscles use for short, explosive efforts.

Simple, proven, 1-ingredient formula

Just 5 g creatine monohydrate per scoop. Easy to add to your routine and stack with your pre, protein, and hydration.

What daily creatine helps with

Saturation first. Then the training edge shows up.

More quality work in the gym

Helps muscles remake energy for short, intense efforts, so you can push weight, reps, and volume.

Strength progress over weeks

When paired with progressive training and protein, creatine supports strength and muscle gains.

Fuller-looking muscle

Pulls water into muscle cells, which some lifters like for both feel and look.

Simple daily habit

Unflavored 5 g scoop stacks with whey, Hydromend, or water. No complicated timing rules.

Is Creatine right for you?

Creatine is a strength tool for people who train. It is not a substitute for training.

A great fit if you...
  • Lift, sprint, or do high-intensity training 3-6x per week
  • Want a proven 5 g daily dose with one ingredient
  • Already cover protein, sleep, and hydration basics
  • Will take it on rest days too
  • Prefer unflavored powder you can stack
Maybe skip it if you...
  • Barely train or only do light activity
  • Want a flavored ready-to-drink gimmick
  • Will not take it daily
  • Expect overnight transformation without progressive training
  • Need a stimulant for motivation. That's Inferno, not creatine.

How to use Creatine Monohydrate

5 g daily. Consistency beats timing debates.

1

Scoop

Mix 1 scoop (5 g) in 8-12 oz of water, juice, or a shake. Stir well. It may not fully dissolve in cold water, and that's normal.

2

Daily

Take it every day, training or rest day. Timing is flexible.

3

Optional load

Want to get there sooner? Take 1 scoop 4 times a day for 5 days, then 1 scoop a day. Loading can upset some stomachs. Skipping it works too. You just get there in about 3 to 4 weeks.

What's inside

One ingredient. Dosed like the research.

Creatine Monohydrate, 5 g

The form and dose used in the majority of performance research.

No flavor added

Nothing to mask. Mix into water, whey, or Hydromend.

Diet notes

Gluten-free, lactose-free, non-GMO, and vegan, per our supplier.

Supplement Facts

Here's exactly what's in every scoop.

Supplement Facts

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Creatine monohydrate vs gimmick forms

You do not need fancy creatine. You need 5 g daily.

Centauri Pure Creatine
  • 5 g creatine monohydrate per scoop
  • One ingredient, transparent
  • Easy to stack and dose accurately
  • A full 5 g in one scoop, about $0.60 a day
  • Built for lifters who track work
Gummies / under-dosed blends
  • In a 2024 test, 6 of 12 gummy brands missed their label claim
  • Extra sugars or fillers
  • Harder to hit a true 5 g day
  • Marketing over mechanics
  • Inconsistent with how most research is done

Try it with low risk

New to creatine, or new to us? Here is how we make your first tub low risk.

90-day money-back promise

Try Creatine for up to 90 days. Not for you? Email us and we refund your first one, even if it's opened. Unopened extras can come back for a refund too.

Not a subscription trap

One-time purchase is the default. Subscribe only if you want it. Cancel anytime.

Simple and transparent

One ingredient on the label. No blends. The manufacturer checks each lot for microbes. The lab report is on our Lab Reports page.

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers before you buy.

Do I need to cycle off creatine?

No. Healthy adults who train commonly take 3 to 5 g a day long term without cycling. You can take short breaks if you prefer.

Does creatine cause bloating?

Creatine pulls water into your muscles, not under your skin. Some people gain a few pounds of water early on, mostly when loading. Stomach upset is less common. It usually comes from big doses or powder that is not mixed well. Stick to 5 g a day, stir well, and drink it with plenty of liquid or food.

When will I notice a difference?

Without loading, your muscles fill up in about 3 to 4 weeks. With a 5-day load, about a week. In studies, the usual payoff is an extra rep or two, or steadier progress over weeks. You will not feel a buzz. Creatine is not a stimulant.

Can I stack with Inferno, Whey, and Hydromend?

Yes. Common stack: Inferno on training days, Whey after training, Creatine daily, Hydromend for calm hydration outside the gym.

Is timing critical?

No. Pick a time you never miss. Pre, post, or with any meal works.

Is this a subscription?

No. One-time purchase is the default. If Subscribe & Save is offered, you can choose it. You are never forced into a subscription to buy Creatine.

How fast does shipping take?

Most US orders arrive in about 3-8 business days after they ship. You will get tracking when the order goes out.

What if I do not feel a difference?

Email us within 90 days of delivery. We refund your first one of each product, even if it's opened, and you keep it. Send back any unopened extras for a refund too. Shipping fees may not be refunded.

Does this replace food, sleep, or training?

No. Creatine is a daily supplement, not a replacement for sleep, real food, or training.

Does creatine cause hair loss?

No study has shown it does. The worry comes from one 2009 study of 20 rugby players, where a hormone called DHT rose during loading. A 2025 trial at 5 g a day for 12 weeks found no change in DHT or hair. If you are already thinning, research can't fully rule out a small effect, so ask your dermatologist.

Is creatine safe for my kidneys?

In healthy people, 3 to 5 g a day has not been shown to harm kidneys. Creatine can raise creatinine on a blood test without any kidney damage, so tell your doctor you take it before bloodwork. If you have kidney disease, talk to your doctor first.

Is creatine good for women?

Women take the same 3 to 5 g a day. Research in women is smaller than in men. Strength results are mixed in younger women and more promising in women over 50 who lift. Water gain is usually small.

Will I gain weight?

Some people gain 2 to 4 pounds of water early, mostly with loading. Creatine does not add body fat.

Can I mix it in coffee?

Yes, if you drink it right away. Creatine breaks down if it sits in liquid for days. Caffeine and creatine are commonly taken together.

Who should check with a doctor first?

The label says pregnant or nursing women, anyone under 18, and anyone with a medical condition should talk to a doctor before using it.