Nootropics Guide
Ultimate Guide to Nootropics
| Nootropic | Benefits | General Description | Dose Instructions | Possible Side Effects | Stack |
| RACETAMS | |||||
| Piracetam | Boost brain function, reduce dyslexia | Original nootropic. Enhances glutamate and aceytlcholine transmission in brain to improve memory and learning. Mild effects that build up over 2 weeks. | 800mg to start. Average dose 1,200-5,000 mg a day all the way up to 10,000mg a day. | Headache, agitation, gastrointestinal upset | Choline (will prevent headaches and optimize effects) |
| Aniracetam | Focus, learning, creativity, relaxation | Works on serotonin and dopamine causing relaxed focus and can improve verbal fluency. Dose lasts 2-4 hours, best results after 2 weeks of use. | 400mg - 1500mg per day split over 2 doses | Insomnia, headaches, dizziness, gastrointestinal upset | Choline (will prevent headaches and optimize effects) |
| Oxiracetam | Focus, learning, Mental energy | Increases glutamate, aceytlcholine transmission, and D-aspartic acid release in brain increasing learning, memory, and mental energy. Excellent for studying. Some users report enhanced sensory perception. | 1,200 mg to 2,400mg split in doses throughout the day. If engaging in a learning activity it’s best to take a dose about an hour before the activity begins. | Headache, agitation, gastrointestinal upset | Choline (will prevent headaches and optimize effects) |
| Pramiracetam | Memory, learning, focus, social fluency | Primarily works on acetylcholine receptors in hippocampus improving focus, learning, and memory. May also improve social fluency. Rapid onset and is the most potent racetam. | 1,200mg split into 3 doses throughout the day. | Headache, nausea, throat burning, insomnia *limited research available so use caution | Choline (will prevent headaches and optimize effects) |
| Phenylpiracetam | Focus, mental alertness, physical stimulation | Endurance boosting compound banned by many sporting organizations (i.e. WADA). Increases mental altertness and may improve mood. Rapid onset lasting 2-3 hours. | 100mg to 200mg take up to 3 times a day | Headache, overstimulation, agitation, insomnia, nausea | Choline (will prevent headaches and optimize effects) |
