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Nootropic Drug

Nootropic drugs are otherwise known as cognitive enhancers. It is a drug that helps to enhance healthy individuals' memory, mental alertness, concentration, and wakefulness. It works by increasing brain function. The misuse of nootropics are dangerous to the brain.

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Can nootropics and biohacks enhance workplace productivity?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 45-year-old male working at a mid-senior level in an IT company. I have palpitation problems and a high blood pressure. I have been having this for more than eight years. I have come across many social websites that talk about Nootropics and Biohacks, and people mention that it ...  Read Full »


Dr. Aida Abaz Quka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would not recommend taking such substances at your age because of their adverse effects of anxiety, insomnia, nausea, and etching. These adverse effects may lead to the contrary, like lack of concentration and low performance in work. They are usually recommended fo...  Read Full »

Do nootropic drugs fall under addictive medications?

Query: Hi doctor, My son is not so good at education and not showing active interest. Does nootropic drug help to improve? He has asthma. He is not taking any medications now and uses an inhaler. He is 14 years old and studying in grade 9. Do nootropics come under the category of addictive drugs? Can we u...  Read Full »


Dr. Satpute Ganeshkumar Suresh

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can use nootropics (cognitive enhancers), but most probably it would not help. Also, they are not habit forming and you can stop them anytime. Rather than nootropic drugs, you can try some physical methods like behavior modification. It is better if you find his int...  Read Full »

Is nootropic drug Adrafinil dangerous in low doses and what are its side effects?

Query: Hello doctor, Is the nootropic supplement Adrafinil dangerous in low doses? If I take Adrafinil 50 mg, what could happen? Could anything severe with side effects occur?  Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is not an FDA or The United States Food and Drug Administration approved drug. It is illegal to use to enhance your performance. If a person takes a higher dose without supervision, the patient may have weight loss, palpitation, or seizure in some cases. Please do...  Read Full »

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