What is the best way to ingest creatine monohydrate, is it better to drink it alone ? Or with carbs and what carbs are better

Creatine monohydrate can be taken by itself with water or mixed into a protein shake; adding carbohydrates isn’t necessary. Carbohydrates may help it enter tissue more quickly, but the timing or combination is not essential. 1 2

• Dose: A practical guide is 3–5 g daily for lighter individuals; around 185–250 lb, 10–15 g daily may be more appropriate. 3 4
• Timing: Timing is not critical—take it at any time of day, consistently. 5 6
• If it upsets your stomach: Take it with food, increase the amount gradually, or split the daily amount into smaller doses. 7 8
• Form: Creatine monohydrate is the recommended form because it is well studied and has the strongest evidence base. 9