OPTIMUM NUTRITION® Micronized Creatine Capsules FAQ's
Everything you need to know before getting started.



Each 2-capsule serving delivers 2.5g of creatine monohydrate. To reach the standard daily dose of 5g that most research supports, take 4 capsules per day. You can take all 4 at once or split them into two 2-capsule servings at different times of day — either approach works equally well.
Any time of day is fine — with breakfast, with lunch, or post-workout. The most important factor with creatine is taking it daily without skipping. Timing matters far less than consistency, so anchor it to whatever meal or moment in your day you're least likely to forget.
The creatine itself is identical — 100% pure micronized creatine monohydrate in both products. The only difference is format. Capsules are more convenient for travel, busy schedules, and athletes who prefer not to mix another powder. The powder version offers a lower cost per gram and can be stacked directly into protein shakes. Choose based on your lifestyle and preference.
No loading phase is required. Taking a consistent daily dose of 5g will saturate your muscle creatine stores over 3–4 weeks and maintain them from there. If you want to accelerate saturation, a loading phase of 20g per day split into four doses for 5–7 days is an option — but it's not necessary for long-term results.
Yes — this is one of the strongest use cases for the capsule format. The bottle is compact, TSA-friendly, and requires no shaker, water bottle, or mixing. Whether you're heading to a race weekend, a training camp, or just a busy work trip, capsules make it easy to keep your creatine streak unbroken regardless of where you are.
