Creatine is a compound made naturally in the body from amino acids and found in foods such as red meat and seafood. As a supplement, it's most commonly sold as creatine monohydrate powder, as well as flavoured powders, gummies, chews and capsules.

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Q: Which type of creatine should I choose?

Creatine monohydrate is the most common and affordable form. Creapure is a German-made branded monohydrate, Purest is a specific purity grade, and creatine HCl and buffered creatine are alternatives for people who prefer a different form. Choose based on form, format, flavour and cost per serve.

Q: How much creatine should I take per day?

Follow the serving size on your product label. Most creatine powders list a daily serve of around 3 to 5g.

Q: When should I take creatine?

Timing is flexible. Most people take creatine every day, including rest days, either before or after training or with a meal. Always follow the directions on the label.

Q: Do I need to do a creatine loading phase?

Some product labels include a loading phase and others don't. Follow the directions on the product you choose, and speak to a healthcare professional if you're unsure.

Q: Can I mix creatine with protein powder or pre-workout?

Yes. Unflavoured creatine is commonly added to protein shakes, juice or water. Some pre-workouts already contain creatine, so check the label to avoid doubling up.

Q: Is creatine suitable for women?

Yes. Creatine is used by both men and women, and the same products suit both. Choose based on format, flavour and serving size, and check the label for suitability.

Q: What's the difference between creatine powder, capsules and gummies?

Creatine powder is usually the lowest cost per serve and mixes into drinks. Capsules and tablets are pre-measured, and gummies and chews need no mixing, which suits travel and busy days. Check the creatine amount per serve, as it varies between formats.

Q: Is flavoured creatine the same as unflavoured creatine?

Flavoured and unflavoured creatine contain the same main ingredient. Flavoured creatine is designed to be mixed with water on its own, while unflavoured creatine blends easily into other drinks.

Q: Does creatine cause bloating?

Some people notice a feeling of fullness when they start taking creatine. Taking it with plenty of water or choosing a micronised powder may feel easier for some people. If you have concerns, speak to your healthcare professional.

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Creatine Buying Guide

Shop creatine supplements from Genetix Nutrition, Optimum Nutrition, Applied Nutrition, ATP Science and Switch Nutrition.

Last Updated: Monday 19th October 2026

What Is Creatine?

Creatine is a compound made naturally in the body from amino acids and found in foods such as red meat and seafood. Creatine supplements are one of the most widely used products in sports nutrition, and they come in more formats than ever, from classic unflavoured creatine powder to flavoured powders, gummies, chews and capsules.

At Nutrition Warehouse, we stock over 100 creatine supplements from Australia's most trusted brands. Want to see which ones customers rate highest? Check out our Top 10 Creatines for 2026, or take our Creatine Quiz for a personalised recommendation. For a deeper read, see What Does Creatine Do? on FitTalk.

Types of Creatine Supplements Compared

Most creatine on the market is creatine monohydrate, but there are several forms and grades to choose from. Here's how they compare:

Type	What it is	Common formats	Good fit for
Creatine monohydrate	Creatine bonded with one water molecule; the most common form	Powder, flavoured powder, gummies	Everyday use and lowest cost per serve
Micronised creatine	Creatine monohydrate milled into finer particles	Powder	Easier mixing in water or shakes
Creapure®	Branded creatine monohydrate made in Germany by AlzChem	Powder, chews	People who want a known, single source
Purest creatine	Creatine monohydrate sold under the Purest grade	Powder	People who want a specific purity grade
Creatine HCl	Creatine bonded with hydrochloride; more water-soluble	Capsules, powder	People who find monohydrate heavy to drink
Buffered creatine	Creatine with an alkaline buffer (Kre-Alkalyn®)	Capsules	An alternative to standard monohydrate
Creatine blends	More than one form of creatine, sometimes with added ingredients	Powder	People who want an all-in-one formula

Formulas vary by product, so always check the label for the creatine form and amount per serve.

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Creatine powder: unflavoured powder is the most popular format and usually the lowest cost per serve. Add it to water, juice or your protein shake.
Flavoured creatine: ready-flavoured powders you can mix with water on their own.
Creatine gummies and chews: no scooping or mixing, so they suit travel and busy days.
Creatine capsules and tablets: a pre-measured option, such as Creatine HCL Capsules by Switch Nutrition.

Creatine for Women

Creatine isn't just for men. It's used by people of all training backgrounds, and many women add it to their routine alongside strength training, classes or sport. The same creatine products suit both men and women, so choose based on format, flavour and serving size rather than marketing. Read more in our Ultimate Guide to Creatine for Women.

How to Choose the Right Creatine

Form: creatine monohydrate is the most common and affordable. Creapure, Purest, HCl and buffered options suit specific preferences.
Format: powder for value, flavoured powder for taste, and gummies, chews or capsules for convenience.
Flavour: unflavoured powder blends into other drinks; flavoured creatine can be taken with water alone.
Testing: if you compete in tested sport, look for HASTA or Informed Sport certified products.
Size and cost per serve: larger tubs usually work out cheaper per serve if you take creatine every day.

How to Take Creatine

Always follow the serving size and directions on your product label. Most creatine powders list a daily serve of around 3–5g, so if you're wondering how much creatine per day to take, start with the label. Creatine is usually taken every day, including rest days, and timing is flexible, so you can take creatine before or after training or with a meal. Not suitable for children or for pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you have a medical condition or take medication, speak to your healthcare professional before use.

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100% Pure Creatine by Genetix Nutrition Essentials: unflavoured creatine monohydrate powder
Cr3atine by Anabolix Nutrition: a creatine monohydrate powder
Micronised Creatine Powder by Optimum Nutrition: micronised for easier mixing
Creatine Monohydrate (Flavours) by Applied Nutrition: flavoured creatine to mix with water
Creatine Gummies by PharmaLabs: a chewable, no-mix option
Creapure Creatine Monohydrate by ATP Science: unflavoured Creapure powder
Perform Purest Creatine Monohydrate by Switch Nutrition: Purest grade creatine, HASTA certified
Creatine Monohydrate by Applied Nutrition Professional: Informed Sport certified

What to Pair with Creatine

Protein powder: many people add their creatine to a protein shake.
Pre-workout: some pre-workouts already contain creatine, so check the label to avoid doubling up.
Hydration formulas: an easy way to keep your fluid intake up around training.

Looking for Tested Creatine?

If you compete in drug-tested sport, choose a product that's been batch tested for banned substances. Options include Pure Creatine by BSc Supplements (HASTA certified), or browse all HASTA certified supplements.

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What is creatine?

Which type of creatine should I choose?

How much creatine should I take per day?

When should I take creatine?

Do I need to do a creatine loading phase?

Can I mix creatine with protein powder or pre-workout?

Is creatine suitable for women?

What's the difference between creatine powder, capsules and gummies?

Is flavoured creatine the same as unflavoured creatine?

Does creatine cause bloating?

Does creatine cause hair loss?

Is there creatine for drug-tested athletes?

Where can I buy creatine in Australia?

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Shop Popular Creatine Supplements

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is creatine?

Which type of creatine should I choose?

How much creatine should I take per day?

When should I take creatine?

Do I need to do a creatine loading phase?

Can I mix creatine with protein powder or pre-workout?

Is creatine suitable for women?

What's the difference between creatine powder, capsules and gummies?

Is flavoured creatine the same as unflavoured creatine?

Does creatine cause bloating?

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Is there creatine for drug-tested athletes?

Where can I buy creatine in Australia?

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What is creatine?

Which type of creatine should I choose?

How much creatine should I take per day?

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Do I need to do a creatine loading phase?

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Is creatine suitable for women?

What's the difference between creatine powder, capsules and gummies?

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