Modern nootropic drugs

For the first time, the name "nootropics" was introduced 40 years ago and designated drugs that activate the integrative functions of the brain, stimulating learning and having a positive effect on memory and mental activity. Currently, this term has a slightly different meaning, suggesting funds that restore impairments in mnestic and mental functions, and also reduce the existing neurological deficit. These drugs promote the activation of higher integrative activity of the brain and increase the body's resistance to various effects.

Nootropic drugs stimulate certain processes in the nervous tissue, as a result of which the level of metabolism is optimized. They are considered a relatively safe class, but there are a number of contraindications to them, so before using it is worth consulting with a specialist.

One of the first drugs of this group is Piracetam. This drug is prescribed for the treatment of various cognitive disorders, including those that are mnestic, that is, associated with memory (they may occur due to hypoxia), intoxication, alcoholism of any stage, trauma or other brain damage. The main effect of the drug is aimed at improving brain activity, including in the elderly, children with a delay in development. The peculiarity of this drug is that its pharmacological properties are manifested, mainly, after long-term therapy in high enough doses.

Nootropic drugs are often substances used to stimulate brain activity. Such drugs include the drug "Glycine". It is an amino acid that improves brain function. In fact, being a food additive, this drug has a calming effect, not being a narcotic. It is used for disorders of cerebral circulation, problems with memory and thinking, with alcoholism or vegeto-vascular dystonia. In case of an overdose, the appearance of the effect of intensification of dreams is possible.

Improves the mental activity and performance of the drug "Fentropil". In addition, this drug has an antiamnestic effect and increases concentration of attention. The dosage regimen is set individually. It should be noted that the result is noted after a single application. At psychoemotional exhaustion against a background of constant stress and insomnia, taking the drug can cause a strong need for sleep. Because of this, it is recommended to start treatment on an out-patient basis on non-working days.

Perhaps, one of the most common in the group, which includes nootropic drugs, is the "Prozac" remedy. This antidepressant can be purchased at the pharmacy without a prescription. The active substance of the drug is fluoxetine hydrochloride. After 2 weeks of treatment, there is already an effect. Side effects when taking medication occur rarely. Do not recommend this tool if there is a hypersensitivity to the components contained herein. The mechanism of action is based on a specific inhibition of serotonin reuptake.

Nootropic drugs prescribed as a patient with CNS pathology, and healthy people in extreme situations or with constant overwork. The pharmaceutical market now presents a huge amount of these funds, differing in the degree of efficiency and portability. The choice of which stimulants of brain activity should be used for treatment is influenced by the personal experience of the professional who prescribed the drugs, as well as clinical studies.