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Nootropics / Racetams and ampakines

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Aniracetam ANI

A fat-soluble brain supplement studied for mild memory and anxiety benefits. Small studies suggest modest effects, but there isn't much rigorous modern research, so the real-world benefit is uncertain.

Also known as Draganon, Sarpul, 1-(4-Methoxybenzoyl)-2-pyrrolidinone, Ro 13-5057, 1-p-Anisoyl-2-pyrrolidinone, Ro-13-5057, 1-anisoyl-2-pyrrolidinone

Effects Focus Mood
Routes Oral
Legal status Unscheduled
WADA Not listed

3D Molecular Structure of C12H13NO3

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  • Carbon
  • Hydrogen
  • Nitrogen
  • Oxygen

Chemistry

Formula
C12H13NO3
Molar mass
219.24
CAS
72432-10-1
PubChem CID
2196
IUPAC name
1-(4-methoxybenzoyl)pyrrolidin-2-one
InChIKey
ZXNRTKGTQJPIJK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Reported dosing

Clinical data

What has been reported in the literature and by users. This is a record of what is done, not a recommendation.

Typical dose 750 mg
Reported range 750-1500 mg/day
Route Oral
Frequency 1-2 times daily
Duration Ongoing (supplement use)

Prescription-only in some European countries; sold as an unregulated dietary supplement in the US.

Where this comes from European clinical trials; supplement-industry dosing

These figures are recorded for reference and are not a recommendation. Dosing is a decision for you and a clinician.