The term nootropic is derived from Ancient Greek νόος (nóos) ' mind ' and τροπή (tropḗ) ' turning '. [1] [5] [6] The first documented use of "nootropic" in reference to substances purported to increase cognitive functions was by Corneliu E. Giurgea in 1972.

2024年5月22日 · Almost everyone uses a nootropic, whether they know it or not, says D'Adamo. He's talking about caffeine , and while it can have health risks if you overdo it, this natural stimulant has been ...

2023年3月13日 · Synthetic nootropic supplements like Noopept and piracetam are widely available, but research on their effectiveness in healthy adults is lacking.

Is brain fog clouding your thoughts? Nootropic supplements may help you sharpen up.

2024年10月25日 · A doctor may prescribe a nootropic to treat a health condition. Usually, the drug is a type of stimulant, such as an amphetamine , that can help treat cognitive issues, such as ADHD , narcolepsy...

2024年2月19日 · Neurologists (or doctors who specialize in the brain and spinal cord) can prescribe nootropic medications to people who live with cognitive conditions, memory problems, and learning disabilities.

2024年9月11日 · Nootropic supplements often combine these two products, but you can also take them together naturally by consuming black or green tea. Better Memory and Learning Nootropics are also often used to support memory and learning.

2025年2月21日 · Effectiveness and benefits can vary a lot depending on the specific nootropic. When managed by a medical professional, nootropics can be safe and effective for people with certain conditions. A 2022 review suggests prescription nootropics can be effective in treating cognitive conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy , with minimal side effects.

Some nootropic drugs, such as piracetam, may have additional analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. Pain and inflammation are due to the migration of the immune cells and oxidative stress at a particular site.

2022年6月1日 · Nootropic is a category used to describe a variety of unique compounds that support diverse facets of brain health and cognitive function—things like mental clarity and sharpness, memory, neuronal function, neurotransmitter balance, and cognitive performance.